Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Long Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Long Lake Elementary School serves the northwest part of Traverse City, MI, covering an area of approximately 37.4 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 8.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Long Lake Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Campus Size
40 acres
School Motto
TCAPS educates, inspires, and supports all learners to maximize individual excellence and success.
School Rankings
Long Lake 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 Long Lake 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1039 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Long Lake Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Long Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Long Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwoods Elementary School, Eastern Elementary School, Old Mission Peninsula 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 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Long Lake Elementary School?
364 students attend Long Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Long Lake Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Lake Elementary School?
Long Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Long Lake Elementary School offer ?
Long Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Long Lake Elementary School part of?
Long Lake Elementary School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
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