Serving 296 students in grades 1-2, Lemmer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Attendance Zone: Lemmer Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Escanaba, MI, covering approximately 200.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lemmer Elementary School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lemmer Elementary School is 0.21, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lemmer Elementary School often compared to?
Lemmer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Escanaba Upper Elementary School, Bark Riverharris Elementary School, Cameron Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Lemmer Elementary School?
296 students attend Lemmer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lemmer Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lemmer Elementary School?
Lemmer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lemmer Elementary School offer ?
Lemmer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lemmer Elementary School part of?
Lemmer Elementary School is part of Escanaba Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Well i think that teachers should give more science and spelling out to kids and I think that you should put 5th and 6th in Lemmer because my kid will miss lemmer in 5th grade this has been her 5th year in lemmer
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