Serving 274 students in grades 4-6, Meachum Later 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 39% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 73% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 67%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)73%
67%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 67% MI state average).
How many students attend Meachum Later Elementary School?
274 students attend Meachum Later Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Meachum Later Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meachum Later Elementary School?
Meachum Later Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meachum Later Elementary School offer ?
Meachum Later Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Meachum Later Elementary School part of?
Meachum Later Elementary School is part of Millington Community Schools.
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