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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Elm River Township School
Elm River Township School is a public elementary school in Toivola, MI, part of the Elm River Township School District. The school serves approximately 6 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,604, where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 6 students, Elm River Township School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, Elm River Township School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Elm River Township School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
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
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Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
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. South Range Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby South Range). Another option is EB Holman Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby Atlantic Mine). Additionally, Barkell Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Hancock). 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 | 7.5 |
| PELKIE MENNONITE SCHOOL Pelkie | 14.8 mi | — |
| South Range Elementary School South Range | 18.4 mi | 8.8 |
| EB Holman Elementary School Atlantic Mine | 21.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Ontonagon Area School Ontonagon | 18.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Copper Country Learning Center Hancock | 22.8 mi | 6.9 |
| COPPER COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chassell | 21.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Houghton Elementary School Houghton | 23.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Barkell Elementary School Hancock | 23.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Chassell K12 School Chassell | 21.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Houghton Middle School Houghton | 23.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Houghton Central High School Houghton | 23.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Hancock MiddleHigh School Hancock | 24.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Baraga School Baraga | 20.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Dollar BayTamarack City Area K12 School Dollar Bay | 25.5 mi | 7.5 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Lanse | 23.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LAnse Area School Lanse | 23.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Copper Island Academy Calumet | 28.2 mi | 7.2 |
| EwenTrout Creek Consolidated School Ewen | 29.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Calumet High School Calumet | 33.7 mi | 8.1 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Elm River Township School has a median household income of $77,604. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $222,900. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| CHARLOTTE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Charlotte, MI | — |
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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 the most recent state assessment data, Elm River Township School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- County Safety
- Low (115/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (906) 288-3751
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Elm River Township School District- District Enrollment
- 6
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $74,000
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