William G. Mather School serves 289 students in grades 5-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend William G. Mather School?
289 students attend William G. Mather School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of William G. Mather School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William G. Mather School?
William G. Mather School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does William G. Mather School offer ?
William G. Mather School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is William G. Mather School part of?
William G. Mather School is part of Munising Public Schools.
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