Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, St. Ignace Elementarymiddle 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 40-44% (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 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Ignace Elementary/Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Saint Ignace, MI, encompassing approximately 212.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School's student population of 240 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle 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 St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School is 0.58, 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
#1313 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
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)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
48%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School is ranked #1313 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School often compared to?
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Engadine Schools, Newberry Area School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School?
240 students attend St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School students are American Indian, 44% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School?
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School offer ?
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School part of?
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School is part of St. Ignace Area Schools.
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