Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jesse L Anderson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jesse L. Anderson Elementary School serves the northern part of Trenton, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edges of the zone being about 1.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jesse L Anderson Elementary School's student population of 617 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
We Inspire Students Today for Their Success Tomorrow
School Rankings
Jesse L Anderson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jesse L Anderson Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#713 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: All Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jesse L Anderson Elementary School's ranking?
Jesse L Anderson Elementary School is ranked #713 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Jesse L Anderson Elementary School often compared to?
Jesse L Anderson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richard C Hedke Elementary School, Meridian Elementary School, Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Jesse L Anderson Elementary School?
617 students attend Jesse L Anderson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jesse L Anderson Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jesse L Anderson Elementary School?
Jesse L Anderson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jesse L Anderson Elementary School offer ?
Jesse L Anderson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jesse L Anderson Elementary School part of?
Jesse L Anderson Elementary School is part of Trenton School District.
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