Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Isbister Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 72% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Isbister Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Isbister Elementary School's student population of 417 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Isbister Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isbister Elementary School is 0.29, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Isbister Elementary School's ranking?
Isbister Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Isbister Elementary School often compared to?
Isbister Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Elementary School, Hulsing 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 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Isbister Elementary School?
417 students attend Isbister Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Isbister Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isbister Elementary School?
Isbister Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Isbister Elementary School offer ?
Isbister Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Isbister Elementary School part of?
Isbister Elementary School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools School District.
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