Serving 426 students in grades 3-5, Escanaba Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Escanaba Upper Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 200.7 square miles in Escanaba, MI. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest points in the zone located up to 22.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escanaba Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Escanaba Upper Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Escanaba Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Escanaba Upper Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#896 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escanaba Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Escanaba Upper Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Escanaba Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Escanaba Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bark Riverharris Elementary School, Lemmer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Escanaba Upper Elementary School?
426 students attend Escanaba Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Escanaba Upper Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escanaba Upper Elementary School?
Escanaba Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Escanaba Upper Elementary School offer ?
Escanaba Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Escanaba Upper Elementary School part of?
Escanaba Upper Elementary School is part of Escanaba Area School District.
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