James Madison Elementary School serves 125 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-89% (which was approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 80-89% (which was approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 80%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)80-89%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)80-89%
80%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
(15-16)1%
2%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)2%
7%
Black
(15-16)3%
18%
White
(15-16)89%
67%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)5%
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average).
How many students attend James Madison Elementary School?
125 students attend James Madison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of James Madison Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Madison Elementary School?
James Madison Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does James Madison Elementary School offer ?
James Madison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is James Madison Elementary School part of?
James Madison Elementary School is part of Manistee Area Public Schools.
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