Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, St. Ignace Elementarymiddle 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School's student population of 236 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle 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 St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School is 0.58, which is more 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
#1440 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
49%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
42%
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
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School is ranked #1440 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School?
236 students attend St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School students are American Indian, 42% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School?
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School offer ?
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School part of?
St. Ignace Elementarymiddle School is part of St. Ignace Area Schools School District.
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