Serving 637 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Atwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Atwood Elementary School's student population of 637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1965
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Atwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Atwood Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1130 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atwood Elementary School's ranking?
Atwood Elementary School is ranked #1130 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Atwood Elementary School often compared to?
Atwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Atwood Elementary School?
637 students attend Atwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Atwood Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atwood Elementary School?
Atwood Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Atwood Elementary School offer ?
Atwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Atwood Elementary School part of?
Atwood Elementary School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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