Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mark C Roose Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mark C Roose Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
EFFORT Everyone ~ Everyday!
School Rankings
Mark C Roose 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 Mark C Roose Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2471 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
17%
18%
White
27%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)82.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 Mark C Roose Elementary School's ranking?
Mark C Roose Elementary School is ranked #2471 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mark C Roose Elementary School?
369 students attend Mark C Roose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mark C Roose Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mark C Roose Elementary School?
Mark C Roose Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mark C Roose Elementary School offer ?
Mark C Roose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mark C Roose Elementary School part of?
Mark C Roose Elementary School is part of Center Line School District.
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