Below Average
#2849 of 3,192 schools in MI
Sutton South Early Learning Center
Elementary School · Tecumseh Public Schools
2780 SUTTON RD, Adrian, MI 49221
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,849 of 3,192
In Adrian
#12 of 13
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Tecumseh Public Schools
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Sutton South Early Learning Center
Elementary School in Adrian · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sutton South Early Learning Center
Sutton South Early Learning Center is a public elementary school in Adrian, MI, part of Tecumseh Public Schools. Sutton South Early Learning Center serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sutton South Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,849 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Sutton South Early Learning Center show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Sutton South Early Learning Center 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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Sutton South Early Learning Center — Students at Sutton South Early Learning Center score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 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: 1.3/10.
How Sutton South Early Learning Center Compares
See how Sutton South Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2780 SUTTON RD, Adrian, MI 49221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sutton South Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patterson Intermediate Learning Center (rated 8.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Tecumseh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Herrick Park Intermediate School (rated 7.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Tecumseh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madison Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 6.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Adrian, see our Adrian schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Milton C Porter Ed Center Adrian | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Tecumseh Acres North Early Learning Center Tecumseh | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Patterson Intermediate Learning Center Tecumseh | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Tecumseh High School Tecumseh | 4.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Tecumseh Virtual Academy Tecumseh | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| JCLISD Academy A Regional Middle College Adrian | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Tecumseh Middle School Tecumseh | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Herrick Park Intermediate School Tecumseh | 4.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Gus Harrison Correctional Facility Adrian | 4.7 mi | — |
| Adrian Community High School Adrian | 4.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Springbrook Middle School Adrian | 4.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Alexander Elementary School Adrian | 4.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Adrian High School Adrian | 4.8 mi | 6.4 |
| BEREAN BAPTIST ACADEMY Adrian | 5.3 mi | — |
| Michener Elementary School Adrian | 5.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Madison Elementary School Adrian | 6.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Madison High School Adrian | 6.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Madison Middle School Adrian | 6.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Adrian | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF LENAWEE Adrian | 6.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,316
Median Home Value
$158,700
Median Rent
$986/mo
Population
41,041
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
40.4
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| Dryden Elementary School Dryden, MI | 4.2 |
| Eugene M Nikkari Elementary Saint Louis, MI | 4.2 |
| Grand Blanc Academy Grand Blanc, MI | 4.2 |
| Pine Trails Elementary School Allegan, MI | 4.2 |
| Shawmut Hills School Grand Rapids, MI | 4.2 |
| Verellen Elementary School Essexville, MI | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sutton South Early Learning Center
What grades does Sutton South Early Learning Center serve?
Sutton South Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Sutton South Early Learning Center?
Sutton South Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sutton South Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Sutton South Early Learning Center is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sutton South Early Learning Center rank in MI?
Sutton South Early Learning Center ranks #2,849 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Sutton South Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Sutton South Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Sutton South Early Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sutton South Early Learning Center has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Sutton South Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Sutton South Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sutton South Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Sutton South Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sutton South Early Learning Center?
42.2% of students at Sutton South Early Learning Center 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 244
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lenawee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (517) 423-2367
Resources & Links
District
Tecumseh Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,488
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,888
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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