Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Emmons Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49%
- Attendance Zone: Emmons Lake Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Caledonia, MI, covering approximately 94.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmons Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Emmons Lake Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emmons Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emmons Lake Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmons Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Emmons Lake Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Emmons Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Emmons Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kettle Lake Elementary School, Caledonia Elementary School, Dutton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Emmons Lake Elementary School?
377 students attend Emmons Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Emmons Lake Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emmons Lake Elementary School?
Emmons Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emmons Lake Elementary School offer ?
Emmons Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emmons Lake Elementary School part of?
Emmons Lake Elementary School is part of Caledonia Community Schools.
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