South Elementary School serves 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Excellence Everyday.
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Elementary School?
232 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of South Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Ithaca School District.
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