Serving 911 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ludington 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 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Foster School's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Ludington, MI, covering approximately 79.2 square miles. Parents can generally expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ludington Elementary School's student population of 911 students has grown by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 128% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
911 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ludington 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 Ludington Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1463 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ludington Elementary School's ranking?
Ludington Elementary School is ranked #1463 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ludington Elementary School?
911 students attend Ludington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ludington Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ludington Elementary School?
Ludington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ludington Elementary School offer ?
Ludington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ludington Elementary School part of?
Ludington Elementary School is part of Ludington Area School District.
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