Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake City Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Lake City, MI, encompassing approximately 266.2 square miles. Typically, it takes 15 to 20 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 21.5 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lake City Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake City Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#1181 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
9%
White
92%
63%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Lake City Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake City Elementary School's ranking?
Lake City Elementary School is ranked #1181 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lake City Elementary School?
508 students attend Lake City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lake City Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake City Elementary School?
Lake City Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake City Elementary School offer ?
Lake City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake City Elementary School part of?
Lake City Elementary School is part of Lake City Area School District.
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