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Mary Mcguire School

Elementary School · Mt. Pleasant City School District

4883 CROSSLANES ST, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,322 of 3,192

In Mount Pleasant

#8 of 10

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

Mt. Pleasant City School District

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Mary Mcguire School

5.3/10

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

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About Mary Mcguire School

Mary Mcguire School is a public elementary school in Mount Pleasant, MI, part of Mt. Pleasant City School District. Mary Mcguire School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

Mary Mcguire School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,322 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Mary Mcguire School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-23.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.7 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,449
Chronic Absenteeism27.7%

Mary Mcguire School — Students at Mary Mcguire School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 47.1% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
18.6%
ELA
37%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Mary Mcguire School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
27th percentile in MI
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

Location

4883 CROSSLANES ST, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mary Mcguire School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winn Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Winn), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAGINAW CHIPPEWA ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fancher School (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Renaissance Public School Academy Mount Pleasant 0.6 mi 5.8
Pullen Elementary School Mount Pleasant 0.7 mi 4.9
WAY Oasis Mount Pleasant 1.2 mi 5.9
Isabella Day Treatment Mount Pleasant 1.3 mi
Mt Pleasant Senior High School Mount Pleasant 1.4 mi 7.0
Fancher School Mount Pleasant 1.3 mi 6.7
SACRED HEART ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 1.2 mi 6.8
Ganiard School Mount Pleasant 2.0 mi 5.8
Vowles School Mount Pleasant 2.4 mi 5.4
Mt Pleasant Middle School Mt. Pleasant 2.5 mi 5.8
SAGINAW CHIPPEWA ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 2.6 mi 7.2
Odyssey MiddleHigh School Mount Pleasant 5.3 mi 4.1
Shepherd Elementary School Shepherd 6.7 mi 5.5
Shepherd High School Shepherd 6.7 mi 7.8
Shepherd Middle School Shepherd 6.8 mi 5.6
Flextech High School Shepherd Shepherd 7.7 mi 7.7
Winn Elementary School Winn 7.8 mi 8.2
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER SCHOOL Mount Pleasant 9.0 mi 4.5
Beal City High School Mount Pleasant 9.1 mi 7.5
Beal City Elementary School Mt. Pleasant 9.2 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 Mary Mcguire School

What grades does Mary Mcguire School serve?

Mary Mcguire School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Mary Mcguire School?

Mary Mcguire School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Mcguire School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mary Mcguire School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mary Mcguire School rank in MI?

Mary Mcguire School ranks #2,322 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Mary Mcguire School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mary Mcguire School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Mary Mcguire School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Mcguire School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mary Mcguire School a charter school?

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

Is Mary Mcguire School a Title I school?

No, Mary Mcguire School is not currently a Title I school.

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

64.7% of students at Mary Mcguire 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Isabella County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.7%

District

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

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