Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Marion D Crouse Instr Center ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion D Crouse Instr Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marion D Crouse Instr Center's student population of 141 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion D Crouse Instr Center ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion D Crouse Instr Center is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#211 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
37%
18%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion D Crouse Instr Center's ranking?
Marion D Crouse Instr Center is ranked #211 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marion D Crouse Instr Center often compared to?
Marion D Crouse Instr Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Elmer A Knopf Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion D Crouse Instr Center?
The graduation rate of Marion D Crouse Instr Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Marion D Crouse Instr Center?
141 students attend Marion D Crouse Instr Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Marion D Crouse Instr Center students are White, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion D Crouse Instr Center?
Marion D Crouse Instr Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion D Crouse Instr Center offer ?
Marion D Crouse Instr Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marion D Crouse Instr Center part of?
Marion D Crouse Instr Center is part of Genesee Independent School District.
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