Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Ann 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 40-44% (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 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Ann Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Ann Elementary School's student population of 180 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Educating Every Corner of Our Community
School Rankings
Lake Ann 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 Lake Ann Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1158 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Benzie County Central Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huskies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Ann Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Ann Elementary School is ranked #1158 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Lake Ann Elementary School?
180 students attend Lake Ann Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lake Ann Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Ann Elementary School?
Lake Ann Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lake Ann Elementary School offer ?
Lake Ann Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Ann Elementary School part of?
Lake Ann Elementary School is part of Benzie County Central Schools.
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