Serving 103 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rose City 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rose City School serves the northeast part of the West Branch, MI school district, covering an approximate area of 167.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rose City School's student population of 103 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
103 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rose City 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 Rose City 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
#1110 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose City School's ranking?
Rose City School is ranked #1110 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Rose City School often compared to?
Rose City Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Surline Middle School, Surline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Rose City School?
103 students attend Rose City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Rose City School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rose City School?
Rose City School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Rose City School offer ?
Rose City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rose City School part of?
Rose City School is part of West Branch-Rose City Area Schools.
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