Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tenniswood 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tenniswood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tenniswood Elementary School's student population of 356 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tenniswood 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 Tenniswood Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#2215 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
51%
18%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
L'anse Creuse School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tenniswood Elementary School's ranking?
Tenniswood Elementary School is ranked #2215 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Tenniswood Elementary School often compared to?
Tenniswood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marie C Graham Elementary School, Donald J Yacks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tenniswood Elementary School?
356 students attend Tenniswood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Tenniswood Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tenniswood Elementary School?
Tenniswood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tenniswood Elementary School offer ?
Tenniswood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tenniswood Elementary School part of?
Tenniswood Elementary School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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