Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph G Steenland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph G Steenland Elementary School's student population of 362 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
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph G Steenland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph G Steenland Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#2533 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
41%
18%
White
46%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph G Steenland Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph G Steenland Elementary School is ranked #2533 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Joseph G Steenland Elementary School?
362 students attend Joseph G Steenland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Joseph G Steenland Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph G Steenland Elementary School?
Joseph G Steenland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Joseph G Steenland Elementary School offer ?
Joseph G Steenland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph G Steenland Elementary School part of?
Joseph G Steenland Elementary School is part of Roseville Community Schools.
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