Eureka School

7500 N Welling Rd
Saint Johns, MI 48879
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 133 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eureka School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 133 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Eureka School's student population of 133 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers

School Rankings

Eureka School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eureka School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#384 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
50-59%
34%
60-69%
45%
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.28
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eureka School's ranking?
Eureka School is ranked #384 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Eureka School?
133 students attend Eureka School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Eureka School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eureka School?
Eureka School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eureka School offer ?
Eureka School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eureka School part of?
Eureka School is part of St. Johns School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 133 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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