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North Elementary School

Elementary School · Iron Mountain Public Schools

900 5TH ST, Iron Mountain, MI 49801

Enrollment

259

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,850 of 3,192

In Iron Mountain

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Iron Mountain Public Schools

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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North Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Iron Mountain · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About North Elementary School

North Elementary School is a public elementary school in Iron Mountain, MI, part of Iron Mountain Public Schools. North Elementary School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,850 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for North Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+12.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.1 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+19.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,668
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

North Elementary School — Students at North Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
39.5% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 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
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
54.5%
ELA
84.5%
2014
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
54.3%
ELA
54.3%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How North Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in MI
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

Location

900 5TH ST, Iron Mountain, MI 49801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norway Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Norway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Kingsford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pembine Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Pembine), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Iron Mountain, see our Iron Mountain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.7 mi
School Distance Rating
IMK Community Education Iron Mountain 0.9 mi 4.7
Central Middle School Iron Mountain 1.2 mi 5.1
Iron Mountain High School Iron Mountain 1.2 mi 6.2
East Elementary School Iron Mountain 1.2 mi 6.8
BISHOP BARAGA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Iron Mountain 1.3 mi 7.9
Kingsford Middle School Kingsford 1.9 mi 6.2
Kingsford High School Kingsford 2.0 mi 6.6
DickinsonIron Special Education Kingsford 2.4 mi 7.7
PINE MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Iron Mountain 2.5 mi
Woodland Elementary School Kingsford 3.0 mi 8.2
Niagara Elementary Niagara 3.8 mi 7.6
Niagara High Niagara 3.8 mi 7.8
Norway Elementary School Norway 7.7 mi 9.0
Vulcan Middle School Norway 7.7 mi 5.8
Norway High School Norway 7.7 mi 7.6
Pembine Elementary Pembine 13.4 mi 8.1
Pembine High Pembine 13.4 mi 7.4
North Dickinson School Felch 13.4 mi 8.3
Florence High Florence 11.7 mi 5.3
Florence Middle Florence 11.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,461

Median Home Value

$157,800

Median Rent

$667/mo

Population

11,606

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

81.4%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

48.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Elementary School

What grades does North Elementary School serve?

North Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend North Elementary School?

North Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at North Elementary School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Elementary School rank in MI?

North Elementary School ranks #1,850 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is North Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 North Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is North Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

63.3% of students at North 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
2 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Dickinson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%

District

Iron Mountain Public Schools
District Enrollment
796
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,668
District Rank
#3 of 5

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