Arnold Elementary School serves 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arnold Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Arnold Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Arnold Elementary School often compared to?
Arnold Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Jackson Elementary School, Northwest Early Elementary School, Bean Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Arnold Elementary School?
325 students attend Arnold Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Arnold Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arnold Elementary School?
Arnold Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arnold Elementary School offer ?
Arnold Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arnold Elementary School part of?
Arnold Elementary School is part of Michigan Center School District.
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