Serving 808 students in grades 3-5, Mattawan Later Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mattawan Later Elementary School serves the entire district of Mattawan, MI, covering an area of approximately 54.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mattawan Later Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mattawan Later Elementary School's student population of 808 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
808 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Mattawan Later Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mattawan Later 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
#308 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattawan Later Elementary School's ranking?
Mattawan Later Elementary School is ranked #308 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mattawan Later Elementary School often compared to?
Mattawan Later Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Lake Elementary School, Mattawan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mattawan Later Elementary School?
808 students attend Mattawan Later Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mattawan Later Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattawan Later Elementary School?
Mattawan Later Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mattawan Later Elementary School offer ?
Mattawan Later Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mattawan Later Elementary School part of?
Mattawan Later Elementary School is part of Mattawan Consolidated School District.
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