Below Average
#2580 of 3,192 schools in MI
White Cloud Elementary School
Elementary School · White Cloud Public Schools
PO Box 1002, White Cloud, MI 49349
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,580 of 3,192
In White Cloud
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
White Cloud Public Schools
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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White Cloud Elementary School
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About White Cloud Elementary School
White Cloud Elementary School is a public elementary school in White Cloud, MI, part of White Cloud Public Schools. White Cloud Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. White Cloud Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,580 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for White Cloud Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
White Cloud Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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White Cloud Elementary School — Students at White Cloud Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85%
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: 3.1/10.
How White Cloud Elementary School Compares
See how White Cloud Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1002, White Cloud, MI 49349
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering White Cloud Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grant Primary Center (rated 7.0/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Grant), which scores notably higher. Another option is Daisy Brook Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FREMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in White Cloud, see our White Cloud schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| White Cloud Junior High School White Cloud | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| White Cloud High School White Cloud | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Newaygo Elementary School Newaygo | 9.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Newaygo Middle School Newaygo | 9.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Newaygo High School Newaygo | 10.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Education and Activity Center Fremont | 8.7 mi | — |
| FREMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fremont | 9.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Daisy Brook Elementary School Fremont | 9.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Pathfinder Elementary School Fremont | 9.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Fremont High School Fremont | 10.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Quest High School Fremont | 10.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Fremont Middle School Fremont | 10.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Big Jackson Public School Paris | 13.6 mi | — |
| Grant High School Grant | 15.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Grant Learning Center Grant | 15.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Grant Elementary School Grant | 15.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Grant Middle School Grant | 15.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Grant Primary Center Grant | 15.3 mi | 7.0 |
| GRANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grant | 16.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Patricia St Clair Elementary School Hesperia | 12.5 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,786
Median Home Value
$139,300
Median Rent
$846/mo
Population
8,059
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
85.8%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AA Rather School Ionia, MI | 4.9 |
| Alice M Birney K8 School Southfield, MI | 4.9 |
| Bishop Elementary School Ypsilanti, MI | 4.9 |
| Campbell Elementary School Muskegon, MI | 4.9 |
| Childs Elementary School Ypsilanti, MI | 4.9 |
| East Elementary School Cheboygan, MI | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Cloud Elementary School
What grades does White Cloud Elementary School serve?
White Cloud Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend White Cloud Elementary School?
White Cloud Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Cloud Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at White Cloud Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does White Cloud Elementary School rank in MI?
White Cloud Elementary School ranks #2,580 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is White Cloud Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
White Cloud Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 White Cloud Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, White Cloud Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is White Cloud Elementary School a charter school?
No, White Cloud Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is White Cloud Elementary School a Title I school?
No, White Cloud Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Cloud Elementary School?
85.0% of students at White Cloud 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Newaygo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (231) 689-2301
Resources & Links
District
White Cloud Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 912
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,994
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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