Needs Improvement
#3163 of 3,192 schools in MI
North School
Elementary School · Lansing Public School District
333 EAST MILLER RD, Lansing, MI 48911
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,163 of 3,192
In Lansing
#36 of 37
public schools
In district
#22 of 23
Lansing Public School District
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North School
Elementary School in Lansing · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North School
North School is a public elementary school in Lansing, MI, part of Lansing Public School District. North School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,163 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for North School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at North School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North School — Students at North School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How North School Compares
See how North School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
333 EAST MILLER RD, Lansing, MI 48911
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cavanaugh School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLT LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND SONSHINE ECC (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Holt), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lansing, see our Lansing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gardner International School Lansing | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Ingham County Youth Center Lansing | 0.8 mi | — |
| Attwood School Lansing | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| CAPITOL CITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Holt | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Cavanaugh School Lansing | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Lansing | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Everett High School Lansing | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| LANSING BAPTIST SCHOOL Lansing | 1.8 mi | — |
| Lyons School Lansing | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| HOLT LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND SONSHINE ECC Holt | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Horizon Elementary School Holt | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Ingham AcademyFamily Center Lansing | 2.2 mi | — |
| Washington Woods Middle School Holt | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Lansing Learning Hub Lansing | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Capital Area K12 Online Lansing | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Lansing Charter Academy Lansing | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Holt Senior High School Holt | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Wilcox Elementary School Holt | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Holt Junior High School Holt | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,882
Median Home Value
$136,900
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
40,407
College Educated
25.8%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colonel Donald McMonagle Elementary School Flint, MI | 2.6 |
| Herrington School Pontiac, MI | 2.6 |
| Jessie Loomis School Saginaw, MI | 2.6 |
| Jessie Rouse School Saginaw, MI | 2.6 |
| Martin G Atkins Elementary School Saginaw, MI | 2.6 |
| Post Franklin School Battle Creek, MI | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North School
What grades does North School serve?
North School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend North School?
North School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North School?
The student-teacher ratio at North School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North School rank in MI?
North School ranks #3,163 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is North School's MySchoolScout rating?
North School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is North School a charter school?
No, North School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North School a Title I school?
No, North School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North School?
86.9% of students at North 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 359
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.2%
- Phone
- (517) 755-1710
Resources & Links
District
Lansing Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,194
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,503
- District Rank
- #22 of 23
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