Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph M Carkenord 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 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School's student population of 661 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1420 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 is Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School is ranked #1420 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph M Carkenord Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atwood Elementary School, Francis A Higgins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School?
661 students attend Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School?
Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School offer ?
Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School part of?
Joseph M Carkenord Elementary School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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