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#2425 of 3,192 schools in MI
Fair Plain East Elementary
Elementary School · Benton Harbor Area Schools
1995 UNION AVE FAIR PLAIN EAST ELEMENTARY, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
4th – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,425 of 3,192
In Benton Harbor
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Benton Harbor Area Schools
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Fair Plain East Elementary
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About Fair Plain East Elementary
Fair Plain East Elementary is a public elementary school in Benton Harbor, MI, part of Benton Harbor Area Schools. Fair Plain East Elementary serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fair Plain East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,425 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Fair Plain East Elementary show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 166 students, Fair Plain East Elementary 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.
65% of students at Fair Plain East Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fair Plain East Elementary — Students at Fair Plain East Elementary score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 5.4/10.
How Fair Plain East Elementary Compares
See how Fair Plain East Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1995 UNION AVE FAIR PLAIN EAST ELEMENTARY, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fair Plain East Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE MICHIGAN CATH. ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Saint Joseph), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Saint Joseph), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Benton Harbor, see our Benton Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,859
Median Home Value
$140,500
Median Rent
$797/mo
Population
29,796
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
31.7%
Median Age
37.9
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| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sebewaing, MI | 5.1 |
| ClimaxScotts Elementary School Scotts, MI | 5.1 |
| East Leroy Elementary School East Leroy, MI | 5.1 |
| Ryan Elementary School Bronson, MI | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trenton, MI | 5.1 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw, MI | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fair Plain East Elementary
What grades does Fair Plain East Elementary serve?
Fair Plain East Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 5th.
How many students attend Fair Plain East Elementary?
Fair Plain East Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fair Plain East Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fair Plain East Elementary is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fair Plain East Elementary rank in MI?
Fair Plain East Elementary ranks #2,425 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Fair Plain East Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fair Plain East Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Fair Plain East Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fair Plain East Elementary has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fair Plain East Elementary a charter school?
No, Fair Plain East Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fair Plain East Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fair Plain East Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fair Plain East Elementary?
97.0% of students at Fair Plain East 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 5th
- Enrollment
- 166
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Berrien County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.1%
- Phone
- (269) 605-2400
Resources & Links
District
Benton Harbor Area Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,314
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,734
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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