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North Shore Elementary

Elementary School · South Haven Public Schools

7320 NORTH SHORE DR, South Haven, MI 49090

Enrollment

261

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,214 of 3,192

In South Haven

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

South Haven Public Schools

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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North Shore Elementary

5.5/10

Elementary School in South Haven · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Baseline Middle School

5.4/10

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About North Shore Elementary

North Shore Elementary is a public elementary school in South Haven, MI, part of South Haven Public Schools. North Shore Elementary serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North Shore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,214 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for North Shore Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-12.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,855
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

North Shore Elementary — Students at North Shore Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
34.0% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.7% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
25%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
39.5%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How North Shore Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in MI
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

Location

7320 NORTH SHORE DR, South Haven, MI 49090

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Shore Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Douglas Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Douglas), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST BASIL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Watervliet), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Haven, see our South Haven schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Baseline Middle School South Haven 0.3 mi 5.4
WAY South Haven South Haven 1.2 mi
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL South Haven 2.4 mi 4.0
ST BASIL CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Haven 2.2 mi 7.0
South Haven High School South Haven 2.4 mi 6.5
Lincoln School South Haven 2.5 mi 5.7
Maple Grove Elementary School South Haven 3.5 mi 5.8
Glenn Public School Glenn 6.7 mi 4.0
Wood School Bangor Twp 8 Bangor 8.8 mi
Covert Elementary School Covert 9.4 mi 3.6
Covert High School Covert 9.4 mi 7.7
Covert Middle School Covert 9.4 mi 4.8
Pullman Elementary School Bloomingdale 9.5 mi 4.3
Bangor High School Bangor 10.6 mi 6.0
Bangor Career Academy Bangor 10.6 mi 6.1
Bangor Middle School Bangor 10.6 mi 4.6
South Walnut Elementary School Bangor 11.1 mi 5.2
Maple Creek Education Center Bangor 11.1 mi 4.7
Douglas Elementary School Douglas 15.2 mi 8.7
North Elementary School Watervliet 15.7 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,643

Median Home Value

$251,500

Median Rent

$914/mo

Population

13,562

College Educated

30.7%

Homeownership

78.1%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

52

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Shore Elementary

What grades does North Shore Elementary serve?

North Shore Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend North Shore Elementary?

North Shore Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at North Shore Elementary 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 Shore Elementary rank in MI?

North Shore Elementary ranks #2,214 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is North Shore Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

North Shore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 North Shore Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Shore Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is North Shore Elementary a charter school?

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

Is North Shore Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

73.2% of students at North Shore Elementary 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
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Allegan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

District

South Haven Public Schools
District Enrollment
1,779
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,855
District Rank
#4 of 5

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