Very Good
#577 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 18% in state
Based on limited data
Ellis Elementary School
Elementary School · Belding Area School District
100 WEST ELLIS AVE, Belding, MI 48809
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#577 of 3,192
In Belding
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Belding Area School District
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ellis Elementary School
Elementary School in Belding · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ellis Elementary School
Ellis Elementary School is a public elementary school in Belding, MI, part of Belding Area School District. Ellis Elementary School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ellis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #577 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
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 Ellis Elementary School Compares
See how Ellis Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 WEST ELLIS AVE, Belding, MI 48809
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ellis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cedar Crest Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Baldwin Heights School (rated 8.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Walnut Hills Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Greenville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Belding, see our Belding schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belding Middle School Belding | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Belding High School Belding | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Woodview Elementary School Belding | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Link Learning Virtual Program Belding | 1.7 mi | — |
| FAITH COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Belding | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Flat River Academy Greenville | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Cedar Crest Elementary School Greenville | 5.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ST CHARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Baldwin Heights School Greenville | 5.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Walnut Hills Elementary School Greenville | 5.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Seiter Education Center Greenville | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ISDLocal Center Programs Stanton | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Greenville Senior High School Greenville | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenville Middle School Greenville | 6.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Satterlee School Greenville | 5.9 mi | — |
| Lincoln Heights Elem School Greenville | 8.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Haynor School Ionia | 8.7 mi | — |
| Murray Lake Elementary Lowell | 9.2 mi | 7.8 |
| RB Boyce Elementary School Ionia | 8.9 mi | 4.0 |
| PINE GROVE AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Greenville | 11.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48809 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,172
Median Home Value
$189,900
Median Rent
$839/mo
Population
11,292
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bird Elementary School Plymouth, MI | 7.6 |
| Bowen Elementary Grand Rapids, MI | 7.6 |
| Breton Downs School Grand Rapids, MI | 7.6 |
| CK Schickler Elementary School Lapeer, MI | 7.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Academy Elementary Detroit, MI | 7.6 |
| Chatfield School Lapeer, MI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellis Elementary School
What grades does Ellis Elementary School serve?
Ellis Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Ellis Elementary School?
Ellis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellis Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ellis Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ellis Elementary School rank in MI?
Ellis Elementary School ranks #577 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Ellis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ellis Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ellis Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ellis Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ellis Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ellis Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ellis Elementary School?
61.2% of students at Ellis 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Ionia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (616) 794-4100
Resources & Links
District
Belding Area School District- District Enrollment
- 1,621
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,320
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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