Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Lake Elementary School serves the eastern part of Vicksburg, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 59 square miles. Most families live within a typical 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 10 miles to the furthest boundary of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Lake Elementary School's student population of 265 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
Maximize the success and potential of each student.
School Rankings
Indian Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Lake Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#186 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Lake Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Indian Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tobey Elementary School, Mattawan Later Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Indian Lake Elementary School?
265 students attend Indian Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Indian Lake Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Lake Elementary School?
Indian Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Indian Lake Elementary School offer ?
Indian Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Lake Elementary School part of?
Indian Lake Elementary School is part of Vicksburg Community Schools.
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