Serving 682 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 682 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
682 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
North 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 North Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1522 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #1522 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Elementary School often compared to?
North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Rock Elementary School, Thomas White School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
682 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of North Elementary School students are White, 2% 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 Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of Birch Run Area Schools.
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