Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is lower 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 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1357 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School's ranking?
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School is ranked #1357 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School often compared to?
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South River Elementary School, Donald J Yacks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School?
267 students attend Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School?
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School offer ?
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School part of?
Emma V Lobbestael Elementary School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
this is a great school.... the techers are kind but would NOT recomend for trouble makers
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