Serving 530 students in grades 4-8, Charlotte Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charlotte Upper Elementary School's student population of 530 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charlotte Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charlotte Upper Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#2134 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlotte Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Charlotte Upper Elementary School is ranked #2134 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Charlotte Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Charlotte Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplewood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Charlotte Upper Elementary School?
530 students attend Charlotte Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Charlotte Upper Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charlotte Upper Elementary School?
Charlotte Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charlotte Upper Elementary School offer ?
Charlotte Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charlotte Upper Elementary School part of?
Charlotte Upper Elementary School is part of Charlotte School District.
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