Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ella M White Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ella M White Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Ella M White Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ella M White Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1633 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Ella M White Elementary School's ranking?
Ella M White Elementary School is ranked #1633 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ella M White Elementary School often compared to?
Ella M White Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Besser Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ella M White Elementary School?
453 students attend Ella M White Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ella M White Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ella M White Elementary School?
Ella M White Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ella M White Elementary School offer ?
Ella M White Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ella M White Elementary School part of?
Ella M White Elementary School is part of Alpena School District.
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