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Elm River Township School
Elementary School · Elm River Township School District
3999 WINONA RD, Toivola, MI 49965
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Elm River Township School
Elementary School in Toivola · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Elm River Township School
Elm River Township School is a public elementary school in Toivola, MI, part of Elm River Township School District. Elm River Township School serves approximately 6 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Elm River Township School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 6 students, Elm River Township 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.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Elm River Township School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Elm River Township School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- 3999 WINONA RD, Toivola, MI 49965
- Website
- elmriver.k12.mi.us
- Phone
- (906) 288-3751
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 14 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
3999 WINONA RD, Toivola, MI 49965
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm River Township School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Houghton Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby Houghton). Another option is Barkell Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Hancock). Additionally, Copper Island Academy (rated 7.8/10, 28.2 miles away, in nearby Calumet). For more schools in Toivola, see our Toivola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jeffers High School Painesdale | 16.3 mi | 7.8 |
| PELKIE MENNONITE SCHOOL Pelkie | 14.8 mi | — |
| South Range Elementary School South Range | 18.4 mi | 7.7 |
| EB Holman Elementary School Atlantic Mine | 21.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Ontonagon Area School Ontonagon | 18.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Copper Country Learning Center Hancock | 22.8 mi | 7.2 |
| COPPER COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chassell | 21.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Houghton Elementary School Houghton | 23.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Barkell Elementary School Hancock | 23.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Chassell K12 School Chassell | 21.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Houghton Middle School Houghton | 23.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Houghton Central High School Houghton | 23.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Hancock MiddleHigh School Hancock | 24.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Baraga School Baraga | 20.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Dollar BayTamarack City Area K12 School Dollar Bay | 25.5 mi | 7.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lanse | 23.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LAnse Area School Lanse | 23.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Copper Island Academy Calumet | 28.2 mi | 7.8 |
| EwenTrout Creek Consolidated School Ewen | 29.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Calumet High School Calumet | 33.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49965 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,604
Median Home Value
$222,900
Population
482
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
94.4%
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
59.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm River Township School
What grades does Elm River Township School serve?
Elm River Township School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Elm River Township School?
Elm River Township School has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm River Township School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm River Township School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Elm River Township School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm River Township School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Elm River Township School a charter school?
No, Elm River Township School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm River Township School a Title I school?
No, Elm River Township School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Houghton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (906) 288-3751
Resources & Links
District
Elm River Township School District- District Enrollment
- 6
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $74,000
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