Very Good
#730 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 23% in state
Based on limited data
Central Elementary School
Elementary School · Menominee Area Public Schools
1800 18TH AVE, Menominee, MI 49858
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#730 of 3,192
In Menominee
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Menominee Area Public Schools
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Central Elementary School
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About Central Elementary School
Central Elementary School is a public elementary school in Menominee, MI, part of Menominee Area Public Schools. Central Elementary School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #730 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.6
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Central Elementary School 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
55.5%
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 Central Elementary School Compares
See how Central Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1800 18TH AVE, Menominee, MI 49858
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peshtigo Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Peshtigo), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Marinette Intermediate (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Marinette), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Menominee, see our Menominee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Menominee High School Menominee | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Menominee Jr High School Menominee | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Menominee | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Blesch Intermediate School Menominee | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Marinette | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Menominee ISD Special Education Menominee | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS ACADEMY Marinette | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Marinette Middle Marinette | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Marinette Primary Marinette | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Marinette Intermediate Marinette | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Marinette High Marinette | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Peshtigo Elementary Peshtigo | 7.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Peshtigo High Peshtigo | 7.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Peshtigo Middle Peshtigo | 7.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Peshtigo | 13.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Uplift Michigan Academy Stephenson | 20.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Stephenson Area Public School Stephenson | 20.9 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bertha Neal School Durand, MI | 7.4 |
| Edmonson Montessori Detroit, MI | 7.4 |
| Jefferson Holland, MI | 7.4 |
| Summerfield Elementary School Petersburg, MI | 7.4 |
| Alamo Elementary School Kalamazoo, MI | 7.5 |
| Hoover School Lincoln Park, MI | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Elementary School
What grades does Central Elementary School serve?
Central Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Elementary School rank in MI?
Central Elementary School ranks #730 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Central Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Central Elementary School a charter school?
No, Central Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Central Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Elementary School?
55.5% of students at Central 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 265
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Menominee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (906) 863-3605
Resources & Links
District
Menominee Area Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,154
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,391
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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