School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students (04-05)
49 students
Total Classroom Teachers (06-07)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(04-05)n/a
2%
Asian
(04-05)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(04-05)100%
4%
Black
(04-05)n/a
20%
White
(04-05)n/a
72%
Hawaiian
(04-05)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(04-05)n/a
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Great Start Program?
49 students attend Great Start Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Great Start Program students are Hispanic.
What grades does Great Start Program offer ?
Great Start Program offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Great Start Program part of?
Great Start Program is part of St. Joseph County Independent School District.
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