Serving 569 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 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Surline Elementary School serves the southwest part of West Branch, MI, covering an area of approximately 350 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school being about 17.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Surline Elementary School's student population of 569 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
569 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
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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 0.15, 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
#1423 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
9%
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White
92%
63%
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Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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?
569 students attend Surline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Surline Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Surline Elementary School?
Surline Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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.
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