Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Menominee 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 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blesch Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Menominee, MI, encompassing approximately 234.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 25.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Menominee Elementary School's student population of 531 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Menominee 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 Menominee Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1463 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Menominee Elementary School's ranking?
Menominee Elementary School is ranked #1463 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Menominee Elementary School?
531 students attend Menominee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Menominee Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Menominee Elementary School?
Menominee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Menominee Elementary School offer ?
Menominee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Menominee Elementary School part of?
Menominee Elementary School is part of Menominee Area School District.
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