Serving 154 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Lamora Park 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamora Park School's student population of 154 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
441 acres
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lamora Park School is 0.73, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)21-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
33%
18%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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 schools are Lamora Park School often compared to?
Lamora Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School, Valley View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MI state average).
How many students attend Lamora Park School?
154 students attend Lamora Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Lamora Park School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamora Park School?
Lamora Park School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lamora Park School offer ?
Lamora Park School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamora Park School part of?
Lamora Park School is part of Battle Creek School District.
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