Serving 539 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Center Elementary School's student population of 539 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Center Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Center Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
81%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #758 out of 2,925 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Lake Center Elementary School?
539 students attend Lake Center Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lake Center Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Center Elementary School?
Lake Center Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Center Elementary School offer ?
Lake Center Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Center Elementary School part of?
Lake Center Elementary School is part of Portage Public Schools School District.
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