Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eriksson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Eriksson Elementary School serves the southeast part of Canton, MI, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eriksson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eriksson Elementary School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Eriksson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eriksson Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#1288 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
18%
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eriksson Elementary School's ranking?
Eriksson Elementary School is ranked #1288 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Eriksson Elementary School?
443 students attend Eriksson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Eriksson Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eriksson Elementary School?
Eriksson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Eriksson Elementary School offer ?
Eriksson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eriksson Elementary School part of?
Eriksson Elementary School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools.
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