Serving 441 students in grades 3-5, Escanaba Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escanaba Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Escanaba Upper Elementary School's student population of 441 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Escanaba Upper 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 Escanaba Upper Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1009 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
87%
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
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Escanaba Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Escanaba Upper Elementary School is ranked #1009 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Escanaba Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Escanaba Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lemmer Elementary School, Bark Riverharris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Escanaba Upper Elementary School?
441 students attend Escanaba Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Escanaba Upper Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Escanaba Upper Elementary School?
Escanaba Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Escanaba Upper Elementary School offer ?
Escanaba Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Escanaba Upper Elementary School part of?
Escanaba Upper Elementary School is part of Escanaba Area School District.
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