Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marlette 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Marlette Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 146.2 square miles around Marlette, MI. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marlette Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marlette Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marlette 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 Marlette Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1390 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)18.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marlette Elementary School's ranking?
Marlette Elementary School is ranked #1390 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marlette Elementary School often compared to?
Marlette Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown City Elementary School, Peck Community 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 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Marlette Elementary School?
328 students attend Marlette Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Marlette Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marlette Elementary School?
Marlette Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marlette Elementary School offer ?
Marlette Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marlette Elementary School part of?
Marlette Elementary School is part of Marlette Community Schools.
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