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Blesch Intermediate School

Elementary School · Menominee Area Public Schools

1200 11TH AVE, Menominee, MI 49858

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

5.8

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,999 of 3,192

In Menominee

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Menominee Area Public Schools

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Blesch Intermediate School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Menominee · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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7.6/10

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About Blesch Intermediate School

Blesch Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Menominee, MI, part of Menominee Area Public Schools. Blesch Intermediate School serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Blesch Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,999 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Blesch Intermediate School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • 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
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.1 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,391
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Blesch Intermediate School — Students at Blesch Intermediate School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
34.7% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 51.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
41.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 36 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
85%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
23%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%

* 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 Blesch Intermediate School Compares

See how Blesch Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in MI
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

Location

1200 11TH AVE, Menominee, MI 49858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blesch Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peshtigo Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Peshtigo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Menominee, see our Menominee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Elementary School Menominee 0.6 mi 7.4
Menominee High School Menominee 0.7 mi 7.6
Menominee Jr High School Menominee 0.7 mi 4.6
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Menominee 1.0 mi 6.8
Marinette Middle Marinette 1.1 mi 4.4
ST THOMAS AQUINAS ACADEMY Marinette 1.1 mi 4.8
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Marinette 1.2 mi 5.3
Marinette Primary Marinette 1.5 mi 3.0
Menominee ISD Special Education Menominee 1.8 mi
Marinette High Marinette 2.0 mi 4.5
Marinette Intermediate Marinette 1.9 mi 6.4
Peshtigo Elementary Peshtigo 7.5 mi 7.2
Peshtigo High Peshtigo 7.6 mi 4.5
Peshtigo Middle Peshtigo 7.6 mi 7.4
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peshtigo 13.5 mi 4.6
Uplift Michigan Academy Stephenson 21.3 mi 5.3
Stephenson Area Public School Stephenson 21.3 mi 8.1
Oconto High Oconto 19.0 mi 5.5
Northeast Wisconsin Learning Academy Oconto 19.0 mi
Oconto Middle Oconto 19.6 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,813

Median Home Value

$127,100

Median Rent

$691/mo

Population

11,870

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

15.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

50.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blesch Intermediate School

What grades does Blesch Intermediate School serve?

Blesch Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Blesch Intermediate School?

Blesch Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blesch Intermediate School?

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

How does Blesch Intermediate School rank in MI?

Blesch Intermediate School ranks #1,999 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Blesch Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blesch Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Blesch Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blesch Intermediate School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Blesch Intermediate School a charter school?

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

Is Blesch Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Blesch Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Blesch Intermediate School?

59.2% of students at Blesch Intermediate 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
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Menominee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

Menominee Area Public Schools
District Enrollment
1,154
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,391
District Rank
#3 of 4

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