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#939 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 29% in state

North Road Elementary School

Elementary School · Fenton Area Public Schools

525 NORTH RD, Fenton, MI 48430

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#939 of 3,192

In Fenton

#3 of 9

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Fenton Area Public Schools

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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North Road Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in Fenton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Tomekeastern Elem School

7.0/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.3/10

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About North Road Elementary School

North Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fenton, MI, part of Fenton Area Public Schools. North Road Elementary School serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #939 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for North Road Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+9.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,190
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

North Road Elementary School — Students at North Road Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (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
95%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
51.8%
ELA
58.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How North Road Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
71th percentile in MI
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

Location

525 NORTH RD, Fenton, MI 48430

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hyatt Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Linden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holly Academy (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Holly), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, State Road Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fenton, see our Fenton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.0 mi
School Distance Rating
TomekEastern Elem School Fenton 0.8 mi 7.0
State Road Elementary School Fenton 1.3 mi 7.3
Andrew G Schmidt Middle School Fenton 1.4 mi 6.5
FAPSGEAR UP ACADEMY Fenton 1.4 mi 5.2
Fenton Senior High School Fenton 1.7 mi 8.1
West Shore Elementary School Fenton 2.9 mi 5.9
Torrey Hill Intermediate School Fenton 3.0 mi 6.3
Lake Fenton High School Linden 3.3 mi 6.8
Lake Fenton Middle School Fenton 3.9 mi 5.4
Linden Elementary School Linden 3.6 mi 6.3
Holly Academy Holly 3.7 mi 7.7
Patterson Elementary School Holly 3.7 mi 6.7
Hyatt Elementary Linden 3.8 mi 8.3
ADELPHIAN JR. ACADEMY Holly 3.9 mi
Holly Middle School Holly 4.3 mi 6.1
Holly Elementary School Holly 4.9 mi 6.4
Central Elementary School Linden 5.1 mi 6.3
Linden Middle School Linden 5.1 mi 6.9
Linden High School Linden 5.2 mi 7.0
Rankin Elementary School Swartz Creek 8.0 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,755

Median Home Value

$308,500

Median Rent

$1,382/mo

Population

38,731

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Road Elementary School

What grades does North Road Elementary School serve?

North Road Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend North Road Elementary School?

North Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at North Road Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Road Elementary School rank in MI?

North Road Elementary School ranks #939 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is North Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Road Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Road Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Road Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is North Road Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

50.4% of students at North Road 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Genesee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

District

Fenton Area Public Schools
District Enrollment
3,014
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,190
District Rank
#3 of 6

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