Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Fern Persons Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fern Persons Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Olivet, MI, covering approximately 108.4 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 9.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fern Persons Elementary School's student population of 374 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fern Persons 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 Fern Persons Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#924 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
94%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
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)28.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Fern Persons Elementary School's ranking?
Fern Persons Elementary School is ranked #924 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Fern Persons Elementary School often compared to?
Fern Persons Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Fern Persons Elementary School?
374 students attend Fern Persons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Fern Persons Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fern Persons Elementary School?
Fern Persons Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fern Persons Elementary School offer ?
Fern Persons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fern Persons Elementary School part of?
Fern Persons Elementary School is part of Olivet Community Schools.
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