Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marie C Graham 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marie C. Graham Elementary School serves the southern part of Harrison Township, MI, covering an approximate area of 2.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically live 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the nearest edge being about 1.1 miles away and the furthest edge reaching 1.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marie C Graham Elementary School's student population of 356 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Marie C Graham Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marie C Graham Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1754 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marie C Graham Elementary School's ranking?
Marie C Graham Elementary School is ranked #1754 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marie C Graham Elementary School often compared to?
Marie C Graham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tenniswood Elementary School, Ottawa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Marie C Graham Elementary School?
356 students attend Marie C Graham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Marie C Graham Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marie C Graham Elementary School?
Marie C Graham Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marie C Graham Elementary School offer ?
Marie C Graham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marie C Graham Elementary School part of?
Marie C Graham Elementary School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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