Surline Elementary School

147 State St
West Branch, MI 48661
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Surline Elementary 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 35% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 594 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Surline Elementary School's student population of 594 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Surline 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 Surline Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1423 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
35%
35%
46%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Surline Elementary School's ranking?
Surline Elementary School is ranked #1423 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Surline Elementary School often compared to?
Surline Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sterling Elementary School, Whittemoreprescott Area Elementary School, Rose City School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Surline Elementary School?
594 students attend Surline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Surline Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Surline Elementary School?
Surline Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Surline Elementary School offer ?
Surline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Surline Elementary School part of?
Surline Elementary School is part of West Branch-Rose City Area Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 594 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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