Very Good
#1026 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 32% in state
Escanaba Upper Elementary
Elementary School · Escanaba Area Public Schools
1500 LUDINGTON ST, Escanaba, MI 49829
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,026 of 3,192
In Escanaba
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Escanaba Area Public Schools
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Escanaba Upper Elementary
Elementary School in Escanaba · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Escanaba Upper Elementary
Escanaba Upper Elementary is a public elementary school in Escanaba, MI, part of Escanaba Area Public Schools. Escanaba Upper Elementary serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Escanaba Upper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,026 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Escanaba Upper Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Escanaba Upper Elementary — Students at Escanaba Upper Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 6.1/10.
How Escanaba Upper Elementary Compares
See how Escanaba Upper Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1500 LUDINGTON ST, Escanaba, MI 49829
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Escanaba Upper Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Island Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 27.5 miles away, in nearby Washington Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bark RiverHarris Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Harris), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cameron Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Escanaba, see our Escanaba schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Escanaba | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Lemmer Elementary School Escanaba | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Escanaba JuniorSenior High School Escanaba | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Escanaba Student Success Center Escanaba | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Webster Kindergarten Center Escanaba | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Bay Pines Center Escanaba | 2.4 mi | — |
| Learning Center Escanaba | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| James T Jones Elementary School Gladstone | 7.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Gladstone Area Middle School Gladstone | 7.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Cameron Elementary School Gladstone | 7.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Gladstone Area High School Gladstone | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| TriTownship School Rapid River | 13.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Mid Peninsula School Rock | 16.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Bark RiverHarris JrSr High School Harris | 13.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Bark RiverHarris Elementary School Harris | 13.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy Wilson | 14.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Hannahville Indian School Wilson | 14.5 mi | — |
| WILSON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Wilson | 17.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Washington Island Elementary Washington Island | 27.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Washington Island High Washington Island | 27.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49829 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,808
Median Home Value
$139,000
Median Rent
$667/mo
Population
16,859
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
13.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
47.5
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|---|---|
| Abbot School Ann Arbor, MI | 7.0 |
| Angell Elementary School Berkley, MI | 7.0 |
| Bingham Farms Elementary School Bingham Farms, MI | 7.0 |
| Brown School Saint Joseph, MI | 7.0 |
| Bushnell Elementary School Lowell, MI | 7.0 |
| Cass City Elementary Cass City, MI | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Escanaba Upper Elementary
What grades does Escanaba Upper Elementary serve?
Escanaba Upper Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Escanaba Upper Elementary?
Escanaba Upper Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Escanaba Upper Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Escanaba Upper Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Escanaba Upper Elementary rank in MI?
Escanaba Upper Elementary ranks #1,026 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Escanaba Upper Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Escanaba Upper Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Escanaba Upper Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Escanaba Upper Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Escanaba Upper Elementary a charter school?
No, Escanaba Upper Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Escanaba Upper Elementary a Title I school?
No, Escanaba Upper Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Escanaba Upper Elementary?
58.7% of students at Escanaba Upper Elementary 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Delta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (906) 786-7462
Resources & Links
District
Escanaba Area Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,131
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,739
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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