Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South Walnut Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Walnut Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bangor, MI, encompassing approximately 86.1 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Walnut Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
341 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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School Rankings
South Walnut 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 South Walnut Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#2514 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
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Hispanic
41%
9%
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Black
4%
18%
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White
48%
63%
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Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Walnut Elementary School's ranking?
South Walnut Elementary School is ranked #2514 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend South Walnut Elementary School?
341 students attend South Walnut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of South Walnut Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Walnut Elementary School?
South Walnut Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Walnut Elementary School offer ?
South Walnut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Walnut Elementary School part of?
South Walnut Elementary School is part of Bangor Public Schools (Van Buren).
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