Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, William G Mather 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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William G Mather Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
William G Mather Elementary School's student population of 253 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William G Mather 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 William G Mather Elementary School is 0.34, 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)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William G Mather Elementary School's ranking?
William G Mather 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 William G Mather Elementary School?
253 students attend William G Mather Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of William G Mather Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William G Mather Elementary School?
William G Mather Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does William G Mather Elementary School offer ?
William G Mather Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William G Mather Elementary School part of?
William G Mather Elementary School is part of Munising School District.
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