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Michigamme Elementary School

Elementary School · Port Huron Area School District

2855 MICHIGAN RD, Port Huron, MI 48060

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#3,034 of 3,192

In Port Huron

#11 of 14

public schools

In district

#12 of 15

Port Huron Area School District

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Michigamme Elementary School

3.5/10

Elementary School in Port Huron · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Michigamme Elementary School

Michigamme Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port Huron, MI, part of Port Huron Area School District. Michigamme Elementary School serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Michigamme Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,034 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Michigamme Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-26.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.9 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,323
Chronic Absenteeism28%

Michigamme Elementary School — Students at Michigamme Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 44.2% (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
90%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
28%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
15.3%
ELA
22%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How Michigamme Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
5th percentile in MI
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

Location

2855 MICHIGAN RD, Port Huron, MI 48060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Michigamme Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Shore Leadership Academy (rated 6.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is H D Crull Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edison Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Gratiot), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Huron, see our Port Huron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Central Middle School Port Huron 1.1 mi 4.3
Edison Elementary School Fort Gratiot 1.6 mi 6.1
Landmark Academy Kimball 1.7 mi 4.0
H D Crull Elementary School Port Huron 1.9 mi 6.3
Indian Woods Elementary School Kimball 1.9 mi 5.9
Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County Marysville 2.7 mi 4.5
Port Huron High School Port Huron 2.2 mi 6.8
Port Huron Schools Phoenix Academy Port Huron 2.2 mi 2.9
Roosevelt Elementary School Port Huron 2.3 mi 3.8
Harrison Center Port Huron 2.2 mi
Fort Gratiot Middle School Fort Gratiot 3.3 mi 5.5
St Clair County Intervention Academy Port Huron 3.4 mi 6.5
Holland Woods Middle School Port Huron 2.8 mi 5.9
ST MARY/MCCORMICK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Port Huron 2.7 mi 6.1
Garfield Elementary School Port Huron 2.7 mi 5.1
Cleveland Elementary Port Huron 3.3 mi 2.7
Port Huron Northern High School Port Huron 3.1 mi 7.6
Blue Water Middle College Academy Port Huron 3.0 mi 6.5
Woodrow Wilson Elementary Port Huron 3.2 mi 3.5
East Shore Leadership Academy Port Huron 3.3 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,342

Median Home Value

$152,000

Median Rent

$1,005/mo

Population

39,502

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Median Age

39

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MidMichigan Leadership Academy Lansing, MI 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Michigamme Elementary School

What grades does Michigamme Elementary School serve?

Michigamme Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Michigamme Elementary School?

Michigamme Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Michigamme Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Michigamme Elementary School rank in MI?

Michigamme Elementary School ranks #3,034 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Michigamme Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Michigamme Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Michigamme Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Michigamme Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Michigamme Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Michigamme Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

62.5% of students at Michigamme 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.0%

District

Port Huron Area School District
District Enrollment
7,147
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,323
District Rank
#12 of 15

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