Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lottie M Schmidt 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#659 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)11.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School's ranking?
Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School is ranked #659 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School often compared to?
Lottie M Schmidt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Oaks Elementary School, Pinewood Elementary School, Anchor Bay Middle School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School?
338 students attend Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School?
Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School offer ?
Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School part of?
Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School is part of Anchor Bay School District.
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