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#1300 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 41% in state

Fancher School

Elementary School · Mt. Pleasant City School District

801 SOUTH KINNEY AVE, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Enrollment

404

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,300 of 3,192

In Mount Pleasant

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Mt. Pleasant City School District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Fancher School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Mount Pleasant · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mt Pleasant Senior High School

7.0/10

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6.8/10

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About Fancher School

Fancher School is a public elementary school in Mount Pleasant, MI, part of Mt. Pleasant City School District. Fancher School serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Fancher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,300 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Fancher School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.8 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,449
Chronic Absenteeism17.6%

Fancher School — Students at Fancher School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 62.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
40.4%
ELA
48.7%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Fancher School Compares

See how Fancher School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in MI
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

Location

801 SOUTH KINNEY AVE, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fancher School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winn Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Winn), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAGINAW CHIPPEWA ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ganiard School (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Mt Pleasant Senior High School Mount Pleasant 0.4 mi 7.0
SACRED HEART ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 0.5 mi 6.8
Pullen Elementary School Mount Pleasant 0.6 mi 4.9
Vowles School Mount Pleasant 1.1 mi 5.4
Isabella Day Treatment Mount Pleasant 1.1 mi
Ganiard School Mount Pleasant 1.1 mi 5.8
WAY Oasis Mount Pleasant 1.1 mi 5.9
Mary McGuire School Mount Pleasant 1.3 mi 5.3
Renaissance Public School Academy Mount Pleasant 1.2 mi 5.8
Mt Pleasant Middle School Mt. Pleasant 1.5 mi 5.8
SAGINAW CHIPPEWA ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 3.6 mi 7.2
Shepherd High School Shepherd 6.5 mi 7.8
Shepherd Elementary School Shepherd 6.5 mi 5.5
Flextech High School Shepherd Shepherd 6.5 mi 7.7
Shepherd Middle School Shepherd 6.6 mi 5.6
Winn Elementary School Winn 6.5 mi 8.2
Odyssey MiddleHigh School Mount Pleasant 6.2 mi 4.1
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER SCHOOL Mount Pleasant 8.7 mi 4.5
Beal City High School Mount Pleasant 8.8 mi 7.5
Beal City Elementary School Mt. Pleasant 8.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,794

Median Home Value

$168,000

Median Rent

$862/mo

Population

42,732

College Educated

37.1%

Homeownership

48.8%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

27.8%

Median Age

27.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fancher School

What grades does Fancher School serve?

Fancher School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Fancher School?

Fancher School has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fancher School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fancher School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fancher School rank in MI?

Fancher School ranks #1,300 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Fancher School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fancher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Fancher School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fancher School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fancher School a charter school?

No, Fancher School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fancher School a Title I school?

No, Fancher School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fancher School?

46.0% of students at Fancher 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Isabella County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.6%

District

Mt. Pleasant City School District
District Enrollment
3,397
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,449
District Rank
#2 of 8

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