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Atwood Elementary School

Elementary School · L'Anse Creuse Public Schools

45690 NORTH AVE, Macomb, MI 48042

Enrollment

637

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,198 of 3,192

In Macomb

#13 of 15

public schools

In district

#10 of 16

L'Anse Creuse Public Schools

Equity

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Atwood Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Macomb · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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About Atwood Elementary School

Atwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Macomb, MI, part of L'Anse Creuse Public Schools. Atwood Elementary School serves approximately 637 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Atwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,198 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Atwood Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,317
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Atwood Elementary School — Students at Atwood Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
43.6%
ELA
48.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Atwood Elementary School Compares

See how Atwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in MI
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Location

45690 NORTH AVE, Macomb, MI 48042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Atwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shawnee Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI STEPPING STONES (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Mount Clemens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cheyenne Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Macomb, see our Macomb schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
High School North Macomb 0.4 mi 7.4
Middle School North Macomb 0.5 mi 5.5
DiAnne M Pellerin Center Clinton Township 1.0 mi 6.0
Frederick V Pankow Center Clinton Township 1.2 mi
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School Mount Clemens 1.6 mi
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mount Clemens 2.4 mi 6.2
Dakota High School Macomb 2.0 mi 7.1
MONTESSORI STEPPING STONES Mount Clemens 2.6 mi 7.7
Mount Clemens High School Mount Clemens 2.6 mi 5.7
Mount Clemens Middle School Mount Clemens 2.6 mi 3.2
Glen H Peters School Macomb 2.1 mi 7.9
Prevail Academy Mount Clemens 2.7 mi 4.2
Ojibwa Elementary School Macomb 2.2 mi 5.9
Seneca Middle School Macomb 2.2 mi 6.3
Shawnee Elementary School Macomb 2.7 mi 7.8
Cheyenne Elementary School Macomb 2.3 mi 7.3
AUSTIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chesterfield 3.1 mi 7.0
Mt Clemens Montessori Academy Mount Clemens 3.5 mi 5.8
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Clinton Township 3.6 mi 7.0
Cherokee Elementary School Clinton Twp 2.8 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,433

Median Home Value

$374,100

Median Rent

$1,569/mo

Population

33,303

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

95.8%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Atwood Elementary School

What grades does Atwood Elementary School serve?

Atwood Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Atwood Elementary School?

Atwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 637 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Atwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Atwood Elementary School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Atwood Elementary School rank in MI?

Atwood Elementary School ranks #2,198 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Atwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Atwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Atwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Atwood Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Atwood Elementary School a charter school?

No, Atwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Atwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Atwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Atwood Elementary School?

39.9% of students at Atwood Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
637
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Macomb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

District

L'Anse Creuse Public Schools
District Enrollment
9,297
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,317
District Rank
#10 of 16

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