Serving 293 students in grades 2-4, Verellen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Verellen Elementary School's student population of 293 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Verellen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verellen 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1843 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
What is Verellen Elementary School's ranking?
Verellen Elementary School is ranked #1843 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Verellen Elementary School often compared to?
Verellen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wr Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Verellen Elementary School?
293 students attend Verellen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Verellen Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verellen Elementary School?
Verellen Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Verellen Elementary School offer ?
Verellen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Verellen Elementary School part of?
Verellen Elementary School is part of Essexville-Hampton School District.
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