Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Emma Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Emma Smith Elementary School's student population of 265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Emma Smith Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
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 schools are Emma Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Emma Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glencairn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Emma Smith Elementary School?
265 students attend Emma Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Emma Smith Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emma Smith Elementary School?
Emma Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emma Smith Elementary School offer ?
Emma Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emma Smith Elementary School part of?
Emma Smith Elementary School is part of Stockbridge Community Schools School District.
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