Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meachum 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 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kirk Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Millington school district, encompassing approximately 94.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meachum Elementary School's student population of 476 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meachum 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 Meachum Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1657 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
97%
63%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meachum Elementary School's ranking?
Meachum Elementary School is ranked #1657 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Meachum Elementary School often compared to?
Meachum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mayville Elementary School, Reese Elementary School, Kingston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Meachum Elementary School?
476 students attend Meachum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Meachum Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meachum Elementary School?
Meachum Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meachum Elementary School offer ?
Meachum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meachum Elementary School part of?
Meachum Elementary School is part of Millington Community Schools.
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