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#1191 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 37% in state
East Elementary School
Middle School · Iron Mountain Public Schools
300 West B St, Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,191 of 3,192
In Iron Mountain
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Iron Mountain Public Schools
Equity
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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East Elementary School
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About East Elementary School
East Elementary School is a public middle school in Iron Mountain, MI, part of Iron Mountain Public Schools. East Elementary School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,191 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for East Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, East Elementary School 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.
Score Breakdown
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East Elementary School — Students at East Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.5/10.
How East Elementary School Compares
See how East Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
300 West B St, Iron Mountain, MI 49801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Florence Middle (rated 6.6/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Florence), with a very similar rating. Another option is Kingsford Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Kingsford), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Vulcan Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Norway), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Iron Mountain, see our Iron Mountain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Middle School Iron Mountain | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Iron Mountain High School Iron Mountain | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BISHOP BARAGA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Iron Mountain | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Kingsford Middle School Kingsford | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Kingsford High School Kingsford | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| IMK Community Education Iron Mountain | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| DickinsonIron Special Education Kingsford | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| North Elementary School Iron Mountain | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Woodland Elementary School Kingsford | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| PINE MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Iron Mountain | 2.6 mi | — |
| Niagara Elementary Niagara | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Niagara High Niagara | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Norway Elementary School Norway | 8.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Vulcan Middle School Norway | 8.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Norway High School Norway | 8.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Pembine Elementary Pembine | 13.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Pembine High Pembine | 13.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Florence High Florence | 11.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Florence Middle Florence | 11.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Florence Elementary Florence | 11.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,461
Median Home Value
$157,800
Median Rent
$667/mo
Population
11,606
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
48.3
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| Brethren Middle School Brethren, MI | 6.7 |
| Au GresSims Middle School Au Gres, MI | 7.0 |
| Goodwillie Environmental School Grand Rapids, MI | 6.4 |
| North Central Middle School Powers, MI | 7.2 |
| Battle Creek STEM Innovation Center Battle Creek, MI | 7.3 |
| Blackwell Institute Detroit, MI | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Elementary School
What grades does East Elementary School serve?
East Elementary School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Elementary School rank in MI?
East Elementary School ranks #1,191 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is East Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 East Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is East Elementary School a charter school?
No, East Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Elementary School a Title I school?
No, East Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Elementary School?
61.0% of students at East 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 100
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dickinson County
- Phone
- (906) 779-2610
Resources & Links
District
Iron Mountain Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 796
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,668
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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