Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Clara B Bolen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clara B Bolen Elementary School's student population of 436 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Clara B Bolen Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara B Bolen Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#777 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
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
65%
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 Clara B Bolen Elementary School's ranking?
Clara B Bolen Elementary School is ranked #777 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clara B Bolen Elementary School often compared to?
Clara B Bolen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richardson Elementary School, Whittemoreprescott Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Clara B Bolen Elementary School?
436 students attend Clara B Bolen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Clara B Bolen Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clara B Bolen Elementary School?
Clara B Bolen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clara B Bolen Elementary School offer ?
Clara B Bolen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clara B Bolen Elementary School part of?
Clara B Bolen Elementary School is part of Tawas Area Schools School District.
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