Emerson School

www.ioniaschoosl.org

172 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

The Emerson School, located at 645 Hackett Street in Ionia, Michigan, is a key component of the Ionia Public Schools district. As an educational facility within this community-focused district, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic growth and social-emotional development for its students. By aligning with the broader mission of Ionia Public Schools, Emerson strives to prepare young learners for future success through a curriculum that balances core subjects with character building.

Beyond its academic offerings, the Emerson School serves as an integral part of the local Ionia community. The institution prioritizes strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to ensure that every child receives the attention and resources necessary to thrive. With a commitment to inclusivity and excellence, the school acts as a vital pillar for local families, providing a structured and nurturing atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential within the Ionia community.

172

Total Students

14.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

75.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Emerson School
Demographic	Student Count
White	132
Hispanic	33
Black	3
Two or More	4

White
132 (76.7 %)
Hispanic
33 (19.2 %)
Two or More
4 (2.3 %)
Black
3 (1.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Ionia Public Schools
Phone:	(616)527-8018
Website:	http://www.ioniaschoosl.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	172
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	14.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	117
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 40

Grade 1 24

Grade 2 28

Grade 3 30

Grade 4 29

Grade 5 21