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Ganiard School

Elementary School · Mt. Pleasant City School District

101 SOUTH ADAMS ST, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Enrollment

223

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,003 of 3,192

In Mount Pleasant

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Mt. Pleasant City School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Ganiard School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Mount Pleasant · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Ganiard School

Ganiard School is a public elementary school in Mount Pleasant, MI, part of Mt. Pleasant City School District. Ganiard School serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

Ganiard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,003 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Ganiard School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-4.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2017
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2017 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2017 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2017 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2017 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,449
Chronic Absenteeism27.8%

Ganiard School — Students at Ganiard School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2016-17)

Math Proficiency 60.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2017)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.5/10.

How Ganiard School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in MI
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

Location

101 SOUTH ADAMS ST, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ganiard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winn Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Winn), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAGINAW CHIPPEWA ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fancher School (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Mt Pleasant Middle School Mt. Pleasant 0.5 mi 5.8
SACRED HEART ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 0.8 mi 6.8
Vowles School Mount Pleasant 1.3 mi 5.4
Fancher School Mount Pleasant 1.1 mi 6.7
Pullen Elementary School Mount Pleasant 1.4 mi 4.9
Mt Pleasant Senior High School Mount Pleasant 1.6 mi 7.0
Mary McGuire School Mount Pleasant 2.0 mi 5.3
Isabella Day Treatment Mount Pleasant 2.2 mi
WAY Oasis Mount Pleasant 2.3 mi 5.9
Renaissance Public School Academy Mount Pleasant 2.2 mi 5.8
SAGINAW CHIPPEWA ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 4.6 mi 7.2
Flextech High School Shepherd Shepherd 6.3 mi 7.7
Winn Elementary School Winn 6.3 mi 8.2
Shepherd High School Shepherd 7.5 mi 7.8
Shepherd Elementary School Shepherd 7.5 mi 5.5
Shepherd Middle School Shepherd 7.6 mi 5.6
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER SCHOOL Mount Pleasant 7.6 mi 4.5
Beal City High School Mount Pleasant 7.6 mi 7.5
Beal City Elementary School Mt. Pleasant 7.7 mi 5.1
Odyssey MiddleHigh School Mount Pleasant 7.2 mi 4.1

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 Ganiard School

What grades does Ganiard School serve?

Ganiard School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Ganiard School?

Ganiard School has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ganiard School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ganiard School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ganiard School rank in MI?

Ganiard School ranks #2,003 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Ganiard School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ganiard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Ganiard School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ganiard School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).

Is Ganiard School a charter school?

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

Is Ganiard School a Title I school?

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

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

52.9% of students at Ganiard 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
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
223
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Isabella County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

District

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

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