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Lemmer Elementary School

Elementary School · Escanaba Area Public Schools

700 SOUTH 20TH ST, Escanaba, MI 49829

Enrollment

287

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.0

Grades

1st – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,492 of 3,192

In Escanaba

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Escanaba Area Public Schools

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Lemmer Elementary School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Escanaba · grades 1st – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lemmer Elementary School

Lemmer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Escanaba, MI, part of Escanaba Area Public Schools. Lemmer Elementary School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades 1st-2nd, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lemmer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,492 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Lemmer Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-4.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,739
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Lemmer Elementary School — Students at Lemmer Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.

How Lemmer Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
22th percentile in MI
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Location

700 SOUTH 20TH ST, Escanaba, MI 49829

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lemmer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Island Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 27.0 miles away, in nearby Washington Island), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bark RiverHarris Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Harris), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cameron Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Escanaba, see our Escanaba schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 27.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Escanaba 0.3 mi 7.6
Escanaba JuniorSenior High School Escanaba 0.4 mi 5.6
Escanaba Student Success Center Escanaba 0.5 mi 6.3
Escanaba Upper Elementary Escanaba 0.7 mi 7.0
Webster Kindergarten Center Escanaba 1.7 mi 4.8
Bay Pines Center Escanaba 2.9 mi
Learning Center Escanaba 4.3 mi 7.5
James T Jones Elementary School Gladstone 7.7 mi 5.7
Gladstone Area Middle School Gladstone 7.8 mi 5.1
Cameron Elementary School Gladstone 8.3 mi 7.2
Gladstone Area High School Gladstone 9.0 mi 6.6
TriTownship School Rapid River 14.2 mi 7.7
Mid Peninsula School Rock 17.2 mi 5.9
Bark RiverHarris JrSr High School Harris 13.2 mi 6.8
Bark RiverHarris Elementary School Harris 13.2 mi 7.9
Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy Wilson 14.0 mi 7.6
Hannahville Indian School Wilson 14.0 mi
WILSON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Wilson 16.4 mi 6.2
Washington Island Elementary Washington Island 27.0 mi 8.8
Washington Island High Washington Island 27.0 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lemmer Elementary School

What grades does Lemmer Elementary School serve?

Lemmer Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 2nd.

How many students attend Lemmer Elementary School?

Lemmer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lemmer Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lemmer Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lemmer Elementary School rank in MI?

Lemmer Elementary School ranks #2,492 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Lemmer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lemmer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Lemmer Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lemmer Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Lemmer Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lemmer Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Lemmer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

65.5% of students at Lemmer Elementary 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 2nd
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Delta County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

Escanaba Area Public Schools
District Enrollment
2,131
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,739
District Rank
#4 of 5

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