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North Levalley Elem School
Elementary School · Ionia Township S/D #2
2120 NORTH STATE RD, Ionia, MI 48846
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About North Levalley Elem School
North Levalley Elem School is a public elementary school in Ionia, MI, part of the Ionia Township S/D #2. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $66,717, where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 13 students, North Levalley Elem School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, North Levalley Elem School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Address
- 2120 NORTH STATE RD, Ionia, MI 48846
- Phone
- (616) 527-4900
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
2120 NORTH STATE RD, Ionia, MI 48846
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Levalley Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Saranac Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Saranac). Another option is RB Boyce Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away). Additionally, Emerson School (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away). For more schools in Ionia, see our Ionia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RB Boyce Elementary School Ionia | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| IONIA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Ionia | 1.8 mi | — |
| Haynor School Ionia | 1.5 mi | — |
| Ionia Middle School Ionia | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ionia | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Emerson School Ionia | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Jefferson School Ionia | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Ionia Maximum Correctional Facility Ionia | 2.8 mi | — |
| Handlon Correctional Facility Ionia | 2.9 mi | — |
| Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility Ionia | 3.2 mi | — |
| Freedom Acres School Ionia | 4.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Douglas R Welch High School Ionia | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Ionia High School Ionia | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| AA Rather School Ionia | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Coon School Ionia | 8.8 mi | — |
| Twin Rivers Elementary School Muir | 7.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Saranac Elementary School Saranac | 9.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Saranac JrSr High School Saranac | 9.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Belding High School Belding | 8.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Belding Middle School Belding | 9.3 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48846 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,717
Median Home Value
$172,300
Median Rent
$804/mo
Population
21,940
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
39.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding North Levalley Elem School has a median household income of $66,717. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $172,300, with a median rent of $804/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.0%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Levalley Elem School
What grades does North Levalley Elem School serve?
North Levalley Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend North Levalley Elem School?
North Levalley Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Levalley Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Levalley Elem School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at North Levalley Elem School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, North Levalley Elem School has 25.0% math proficiency and 50.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is North Levalley Elem School a charter school?
No, North Levalley Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Levalley Elem School a Title I school?
No, North Levalley Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Levalley Elem School?
69.2% of students at North Levalley Elem 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (740/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ionia). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Ionia County
- Phone
- (616) 527-4900
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Ionia Township S/D #2- District Enrollment
- 13
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,214
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