Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Center Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Center Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Portage, MI, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families generally have a short drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Center Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Center Elementary School's student population of 494 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To be an exceptional, continuously-improving learning culture with high expectations, committed to all!
School Rankings
Lake Center 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 Lake Center Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#650 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Center Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Center Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lake Center Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Center Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moorsbridge Elementary School, 12th Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lake Center Elementary School?
494 students attend Lake Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lake Center Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Center Elementary School?
Lake Center Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Center Elementary School offer ?
Lake Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Center Elementary School part of?
Lake Center Elementary School is part of Portage School District.
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