West Shore Elementary School serves 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
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 Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Shore Elementary School's student population of 474 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Shore 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 schools are West Shore Elementary School often compared to?
West Shore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hyatt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend West Shore Elementary School?
474 students attend West Shore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Shore Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Shore Elementary School?
West Shore Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Shore Elementary School offer ?
West Shore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Shore Elementary School part of?
West Shore Elementary School is part of Lake Fenton Community Schools School District.
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