Serving 628 students in grades 8-9, Zemmer Campus 89 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Zemmer Campus 8/9's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lapeer, MI, covering approximately 204 square miles. The zone has a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to its edges and extending up to 12.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zemmer Campus 89's student population of 628 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Zemmer Campus 89 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 Zemmer Campus 89 is 0.19, 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
#1288 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zemmer Campus 89's ranking?
Zemmer Campus 89 is ranked #1288 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Zemmer Campus 89 often compared to?
Zemmer Campus 89is often viewed alongside schools like North Branch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Zemmer Campus 89?
628 students attend Zemmer Campus 89.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Zemmer Campus 89 students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zemmer Campus 89?
Zemmer Campus 89 has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Zemmer Campus 89 offer ?
Zemmer Campus 89 offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Zemmer Campus 89 part of?
Zemmer Campus 89 is part of Lapeer Community Schools.
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