Serving 258 students in grades 3-5, Mason County Central Upper 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 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mason County Central Upper Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mason County Central Upper 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 Mason County Central Upper Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#2021 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
92%
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
50%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mason County Central Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mason County Central Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Mason County Central Upper Elementary School is ranked #2021 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mason County Central Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Mason County Central Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mason County Eastern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mason County Central Upper Elementary School?
258 students attend Mason County Central Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mason County Central Upper Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mason County Central Upper Elementary School?
Mason County Central Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mason County Central Upper Elementary School offer ?
Mason County Central Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mason County Central Upper Elementary School part of?
Mason County Central Upper Elementary School is part of Mason County Central Schools.
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