Serving 292 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alamo Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Alamo Elementary School's student population of 292 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alamo Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#297 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alamo Elementary School's ranking?
Alamo Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Alamo Elementary School often compared to?
Alamo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Alamo Elementary School?
292 students attend Alamo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Alamo Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alamo Elementary School?
Alamo Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alamo Elementary School offer ?
Alamo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alamo Elementary School part of?
Alamo Elementary School is part of Otsego School District.
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