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#2502 of 3,192 schools in MI
Based on limited data
Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Huron School District
24678 MERRIMAN RD, New Boston, MI 48164
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,502 of 3,192
In New Boston
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Huron School District
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Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in New Boston · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center
Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in New Boston, MI, part of Huron School District. Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,502 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
44% of students at Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
24678 MERRIMAN RD, New Boston, MI 48164
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Loren Eyler Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Carleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wegienka Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Flat Rock), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brown Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Boston, see our New Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48164 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,173
Median Home Value
$313,700
Median Rent
$1,495/mo
Population
9,577
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
95.1%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
47.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center
What grades does Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center serve?
Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center?
Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center rank in MI?
Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center ranks #2,502 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center?
44.4% of students at Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (734) 984-1330
Resources & Links
District
Huron School District- District Enrollment
- 2,482
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,371
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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