Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Fred W Ritter 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fred W. Ritter Elementary School serves the eastern part of South Rockwood, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 26.1 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fred W Ritter Elementary School's student population of 265 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fred W Ritter 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 Fred W Ritter Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1259 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Fred W Ritter Elementary School's ranking?
Fred W Ritter Elementary School is ranked #1259 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Fred W Ritter Elementary School often compared to?
Fred W Ritter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loren Eyler Elementary School, Ida 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Fred W Ritter Elementary School?
265 students attend Fred W Ritter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Fred W Ritter Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred W Ritter Elementary School?
Fred W Ritter Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fred W Ritter Elementary School offer ?
Fred W Ritter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fred W Ritter Elementary School part of?
Fred W Ritter Elementary School is part of Airport Community Schools.
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