Very Good
#689 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 22% in state
Learning Center
School · Delta-Schoolcraft ISD
5219 18TH RD, Escanaba, MI 49829
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#689 of 3,192
In Escanaba
#1 of 6
public schools
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Learning Center
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About Learning Center
Learning Center is a public school in Escanaba, MI, part of Delta-Schoolcraft ISD. Learning Center serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #689 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Learning Center show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, Learning Center 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
49% of students at Learning Center 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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Learning Center — Students at Learning Center score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.0/10.
How Learning Center Compares
See how Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5219 18TH RD, Escanaba, MI 49829
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Learning Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. TriTownship School (rated 7.7/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Rapid River), with a very similar rating. Another option is HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy (rated 7.6/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Wilson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Escanaba, see our Escanaba schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.1 miNeighborhood 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Learning Center
What grades does Learning Center serve?
Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Learning Center?
Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Learning Center is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Learning Center rank in MI?
Learning Center ranks #689 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Learning Center has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Learning Center a charter school?
No, Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Learning Center?
70.8% of students at Learning Center 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Delta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.6%
- Phone
- (906) 789-9476
Resources & Links
District
Delta-Schoolcraft ISD- District Enrollment
- 275
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $198,636
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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