Serving 123 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Central 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Central Elementary School serves the entire district of Hermansville, MI, covering an area of approximately 271.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being nearly 19.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Central Elementary School's student population of 123 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Central 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 North Central Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1128 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Central Elementary School's ranking?
North Central Elementary School is ranked #1128 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Central Elementary School often compared to?
North Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Central Elementary School?
123 students attend North Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of North Central Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% 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 North Central Elementary School?
North Central Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Central Elementary School offer ?
North Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Central Elementary School part of?
North Central Elementary School is part of North Central Area Schools.
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