Average
#1459 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 46% in state
Steele Street Elementary School
Elementary School · Mason Public Schools (Ingham)
531 STEELE ST, Mason, MI 48854
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,459 of 3,192
In Mason
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Mason Public Schools (Ingham)
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Steele Street Elementary School
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About Steele Street Elementary School
Steele Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mason, MI, part of Mason Public Schools (Ingham). Steele Street Elementary School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Steele Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,459 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Steele Street Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Steele Street Elementary School — Students at Steele Street Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.5/10.
How Steele Street Elementary School Compares
See how Steele Street Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
531 STEELE ST, Mason, MI 48854
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steele Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hiawatha Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Okemos), which scores notably higher. Another option is James C Harvey Education Center (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLT LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND SONSHINE ECC (rated 7.8/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Holt), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mason, see our Mason schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mason High School Mason | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Mason Middle School Mason | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| James C Harvey Education Center Mason | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| North Star School Mason | 1.6 mi | — |
| SAIL Skills for Adult Independent Living Mason | 1.6 mi | — |
| Heartwood School Mason | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Alaiedon Elementary School Mason | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| North Aurelius Elementary School Mason | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Elliott Elementary School Holt | 6.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Hope Middle School Holt | 5.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Sycamore Elementary School Holt | 5.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Holt Junior High School Holt | 5.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School Okemos | 7.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Okemos High School Okemos | 7.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CEDAR CLASSICAL ACADEMY Okemos | 7.6 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLT LUTHERAN SCHOOL AND SONSHINE ECC Holt | 6.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Wilcox Elementary School Holt | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Leslie High School Leslie | 8.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Ingham Virtual High School Leslie | 8.1 mi | — |
| Michigan Connections Academy Okemos | 8.2 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,956
Median Home Value
$240,600
Median Rent
$1,136/mo
Population
19,403
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AL Holmes Academy of Blended Learning Detroit, MI | 6.5 |
| Andersonville Elementary School Davisburg, MI | 6.5 |
| BYRON CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Byron Center, MI | 6.5 |
| Beechview Elementary School Farmington Hills, MI | 6.5 |
| Cherry Knoll Elementary School Traverse City, MI | 6.5 |
| Edward Duke Ellington at Beckham Detroit, MI | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steele Street Elementary School
What grades does Steele Street Elementary School serve?
Steele Street Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Steele Street Elementary School?
Steele Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steele Street Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Steele Street Elementary 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 Steele Street Elementary School rank in MI?
Steele Street Elementary School ranks #1,459 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Steele Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Steele Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Steele Street Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Steele Street Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Steele Street Elementary School a charter school?
No, Steele Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Steele Street Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Steele Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Steele Street Elementary School?
39.5% of students at Steele Street 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 504
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (517) 676-6510
Resources & Links
District
Mason Public Schools (Ingham)- District Enrollment
- 3,322
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,786
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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