Serving 120 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Posen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Posen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Posen Elementary School's student population of 120 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Posen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Posen Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#2057 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Posen Elementary School's ranking?
Posen Elementary School is ranked #2057 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Posen Elementary School?
120 students attend Posen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Posen Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Posen Elementary School?
Posen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Posen Elementary School offer ?
Posen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Posen Elementary School part of?
Posen Elementary School is part of Posen Consolidated School District No. 9.
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