Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Muskegon Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Muskegon Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Muskegon, MI, encompassing approximately 4.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Muskegon Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are an Educational Community that gives our BEST and expects the BEST.
School Rankings
North Muskegon 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 Muskegon Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1202 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 North Muskegon Elementary School's ranking?
North Muskegon Elementary School is ranked #1202 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Muskegon Elementary School?
406 students attend North Muskegon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of North Muskegon Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Muskegon Elementary School?
North Muskegon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Muskegon Elementary School offer ?
North Muskegon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Muskegon Elementary School part of?
North Muskegon Elementary School is part of North Muskegon School District.
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