Elk Rapids Schools School District
School District · Elk Rapids, Michigan
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,750
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Avg Rating
7.3
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,750
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#58 of 532
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,750
$833 vs Michigan median
District size
1,239 students
Typical than Michigan median
About Elk Rapids Schools
Elk Rapids Schools is a Elk Rapids, Michigan school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,239 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.7:1. The district invests $13,750 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.3/10, Elk Rapids Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mill Creek Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.5/10.
In standardized testing, Elk Rapids Schools students show an average math proficiency of 50.6% and ELA proficiency of 64.0%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Elk Rapids Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Elk Rapids Schools with test data.
Schools in Elk Rapids Schools
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Elk Rapids
- Total Enrollment
- 1,239
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Elk Rapids Schools?
Elk Rapids Schools has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Elk Rapids Schools?
The average composite rating for Elk Rapids Schools is 7.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Elk Rapids Schools?
Elk Rapids Schools spends $13,750 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Elk Rapids Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Elk Rapids Schools is 17.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Elk Rapids Schools?
Mill Creek Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Elk Rapids Schools with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What are the test scores in Elk Rapids Schools?
Across schools in Elk Rapids Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 50.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 64.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Elk Rapids Schools compare to other districts in Michigan?
Elk Rapids Schools has an average school rating of 7.3/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 50.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 64.0%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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