Serving 501 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kalkaska Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalkaska Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kalkaska Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Kalkaska Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalkaska Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#902 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Kalkaska Elementary School's ranking?
Kalkaska Elementary School is ranked #902 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Kalkaska Elementary School?
501 students attend Kalkaska Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Kalkaska Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalkaska Elementary School?
Kalkaska Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kalkaska Elementary School offer ?
Kalkaska Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalkaska Elementary School part of?
Kalkaska Elementary School is part of Kalkaska School District.
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