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North Elementary School

Summary:

North Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Iron Mountain, Michigan, serving 238 students from kindergarten to 4th grade. The school is part of the Iron Mountain Public Schools district, which is ranked 205 out of 610 districts in Michigan and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

North Elementary School stands out for its strong academic performance, consistently outperforming the state average in M-Step assessments for both English Language Arts and Math. In the 2023-2024 school year, North Elementary's 3rd and 4th-grade students scored 52.8% and 53.1% proficient or better in ELA, respectively, compared to the state average of 39.6% and 43.3%. In Math, North Elementary's 3rd and 4th-grade students scored 62.9% and 59.2% proficient or better, respectively, compared to the state average of 43.4% and 39.1%. However, the school faces challenges related to higher chronic absenteeism rates (18.1%) compared to nearby Woodland Elementary School (14.0%), as well as a significantly higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (61.76%) compared to Norway Elementary School (46.52%) and Woodland Elementary School (47.83%).

While North Elementary School has a more diverse student population compared to the nearby Norway Elementary School, with 78.15% White students, 8.82% Hispanic students, and 11.34% students of two or more races, the school's performance for specific subgroups, such as White students, is still lower than the overall school performance. This suggests the need to further investigate and address any potential achievement gaps among different racial/ethnic groups. By leveraging its academic strengths and addressing areas for improvement, North Elementary School can continue to support the learning and growth of its diverse student population.


Detail:

Public K-4

 900 5th St
       Iron Mountain, MI  49801-1970

(906) 779-2626

District: Iron Mountain Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
286th of 1,486 Michigan Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $14,254 Help


Students who attend North Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Central Middle School
    East Elementary School
High:    Iron Mountain High School

Student/teacher ratio:  16.7 Help
Number of students:  259

Racial breakdown:

White:
79.9%
Two or more races:
10.4%
Hispanic:
7.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  63.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details North Elementary School ranks better than 80.8% of elementary schools in Michigan. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 77.81. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (79.9%), two or more races (10.4%), Hispanic (7.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 63.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at North Elementary School is 16.7. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at North Elementary School is $14,254.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

North Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks North Elementary School 286th of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See North Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Iron Mountain Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Iron Mountain Public Schools 205th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for North Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at North Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 68.01 495th 1545 68.0%
2007 79.99 195th 1565 87.5%
2008 79.44 225th 1577 85.7%
2009 87.18 38th 1589 97.6%
2010 75.06 320th 1552 79.4%
2011 71.36 453rd 1552 70.8%
2012 84.97 166th 1566 89.4%
2013 80.01 253rd 1563 83.8%
2016 75.93 310th 1548 80.0%
2017 56.42 564th 1466 61.5%
2018 71.21 415th 1448 71.3%
2019 40.13 829th 1408 41.1%
2021 34.36 757th 1153 34.3%
2022 68.73 360th 1344 73.2%
2023 76.24 311th 1470 78.8%
2024 77.81 286th 1486 80.8%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at North Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 79.61 178th 1397 87.3%
2019 46.00 615th 1134 45.8%
2021 39.43 469th 749 37.4%
2022 76.91 142nd 1099 87.1%
2023 81.59 145th 1350 89.3%
2024 78.59 173rd 1381 87.5%
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Rank History for Female students at North Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 55.02 664th 1443 54.0%
2019 32.45 816th 1171 30.3%
2022 57.57 416th 1106 62.4%
2023 68.36 329th 1321 75.1%
2024 70.94 303rd 1342 77.4%
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Rank History for Male students at North Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 78.08 275th 1446 81.0%
2021 36.77 583rd 915 36.3%
2022 72.41 270th 1139 76.3%
2023 77.27 256th 1334 80.8%
2024 72.42 323rd 1347 76.0%
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Rank History for White students at North Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 61.16 465th 1253 62.9%
2019 25.34 893rd 1128 20.8%
2021 29.05 750th 1005 25.4%
2022 63.99 356th 1102 67.7%
2023 65.69 366th 1198 69.4%
2024 64.16 392nd 1204 67.4%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for North Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1992 161 0 0 6 1 n/a n/a 0 168
1993 154 0 4 3 0 n/a n/a 0 161
1994 145 0 4 3 0 n/a n/a 0 152
1995 153 0 2 2 0 n/a n/a 0 157
1996 153 0 2 2 0 n/a n/a 0 157
1997 180 0 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 182
1998 179 0 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 181
1999 165 2 2 2 3 n/a n/a 0 174
2000 154 0 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 155
2001 150 0 1 0 1 n/a n/a 0 152
2002 165 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 166
2003 165 0 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 166
2004 173 0 1 0 1 n/a n/a 0 175
2005 174 0 2 0 1 n/a n/a 0 177
2006 189 0 3 0 1 n/a n/a 0 193
2007 139 52 2 0 0 n/a n/a 1 194
2008 164 n/a 1 n/a n/a n/a n/a 0 165
2009 166 0 2 0 0 n/a n/a 1 169
2010 251 3 1 1 0 n/a n/a 5 261
2011 248 3 1 8 3 0 6 0 269
2012 232 3 1 9 2 0 2 0 249
2013 242 0 1 13 1 0 12 0 269
2014 208 1 4 13 0 0 14 0 240
2015 177 1 3 13 1 0 9 0 204
2016 201 3 6 14 1 0 11 0 236
2017 197 1 3 15 1 0 8 0 225
2018 217 1 1 15 1 2 6 0 243
2019 229 0 1 17 1 2 6 0 256
2020 212 0 2 19 1 0 8 0 242
2021 197 0 4 17 0 0 14 0 232
2022 200 2 4 18 1 0 21 0 246
2023 186 0 3 21 1 0 27 0 238
2024 207 0 3 19 3 0 27 0 259

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at North Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1992 168 n/a n/a n/a
1993 161 n/a 0.0 8.7
1994 152 7.0 21.7 55.9
1995 157 8.6 18.3 17.8
1996 157 8.6 18.3 17.8
1997 182 9.0 20.2 28.6
1998 181 9.0 20.1 30.9
1999 174 9.0 19.3 39.1
2000 155 9.0 17.2 43.9
2001 152 8.1 18.8 32.9
2002 166 12.1 13.7 31.3
2003 166 12.1 13.7 31.3
2004 175 11.6 15.1 40
2005 177 12.8 13.8 27.1
2006 193 10.5 18.4 39.9
2007 194 10.7 18.1 34.7
2008 165 9.7 17.0 26.1
2009 169 9.9 17.1 25.6
2010 261 13.9 18.7 43
2011 269 13.4 20.0 45
2012 249 14.1 17.5 42.6
2013 269 15.8 16.9 43.9
2014 240 13.5 17.6 52.9
2015 204 14.0 14.5 56.4
2016 236 15.0 15.7 56.8
2017 225 14.2 15.7 55.6
2018 243 14.2 17.1 58
2019 256 15.0 17.0 61.3
2020 242 14.9 16.2 58.3
2021 232 14.8 15.5 58.2
2022 246 14.5 16.8 56.5
2023 238 16.0 14.8 61.8
2024 259 15.4 16.7 63.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio North Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1992 168 n/a n/a n/a
1993 161 n/a 0.0 8.7
1994 152 7.0 21.7 55.9
1995 157 8.6 18.3 17.8
1996 157 8.6 18.3 17.8
1997 182 9.0 20.2 28.6
1998 181 9.0 20.1 30.9
1999 174 9.0 19.3 39.1
2000 155 9.0 17.2 43.9
2001 152 8.1 18.8 32.9
2002 166 12.1 13.7 31.3
2003 166 12.1 13.7 31.3
2004 175 11.6 15.1 40
2005 177 12.8 13.8 27.1
2006 193 10.5 18.4 39.9
2007 194 10.7 18.1 34.7
2008 165 9.7 17.0 26.1
2009 169 9.9 17.1 25.6
2010 261 13.9 18.7 43
2011 269 13.4 20.0 45
2012 249 14.1 17.5 42.6
2013 269 15.8 16.9 43.9
2014 240 13.5 17.6 52.9
2015 204 14.0 14.5 56.4
2016 236 15.0 15.7 56.8
2017 225 14.2 15.7 55.6
2018 243 14.2 17.1 58
2019 256 15.0 17.0 61.3
2020 242 14.9 16.2 58.3
2021 232 14.8 15.5 58.2
2022 246 14.5 16.8 56.5
2023 238 16.0 14.8 61.8
2024 259 15.4 16.7 63.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for North Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,074 (10.1%) $9,601 (89.9%) $10,675
2020 $1,008 (8.7%) $10,623 (91.3%) $11,631
2021 $2,065 (17.0%) $10,057 (83.0%) $12,121
2022 $1,739 (13.6%) $11,066 (86.4%) $12,805
2023 $2,218 (15.6%) $12,036 (84.4%) $14,254

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on North Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 829th of 1408 Elementary schoolsRanks 311th of 1470 Elementary schools
 37.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (North Elementary School)38.559.2
 20.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Iron Mountain Public Schools)38.559.2
 20.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.140.9
 4.2%
3rd Grade Math (North Elementary School)48.769.4
 20.7%
   3rd Grade Math (Iron Mountain Public Schools)48.769.4
 20.7%
   3rd Grade Math (Michigan)46.742.9
 3.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (North Elementary School)44.951.3
 6.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Iron Mountain Public Schools)44.951.3
 6.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.844.3
 1.5%
4th Grade Math (North Elementary School)32.746.2
 13.5%
   4th Grade Math (Iron Mountain Public Schools)32.746.2
 13.5%
   4th Grade Math (Michigan)41.838.6
 3.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students256238
 7%
African American00
American Indian11
Asian13
 200%
Hispanic1721
 23.5%
Pacific Islander20
 100%
White229186
 18.8%
Two or More Races627
 350%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients61.3%61.8%
 0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Elementary School

Students at North Elementary School are 80% White, 10% Two or more races, 7% Hispanic, 1% Asian, 1% American Indian.

North Elementary School ranks 286th of 1486 Michigan elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students who attend North Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Central Middle School
Middle : East Elementary School
High : Iron Mountain High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 259 students attended North Elementary School.


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