Emerald Elementary School

Manistique Area Schools
628 OAK ST
Manistique, MI 49854
268 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Emerald Elementary School, located at 628 Oak Street in Manistique, Michigan, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Manistique Area Schools district. Situated in the scenic Upper Peninsula, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement for its elementary-aged students. By focusing on essential core subjects and personalized instruction, the school strives to prepare young learners for their future educational journeys while maintaining a close connection to the local Manistique community.

As part of the broader district, Emerald Elementary integrates modern educational resources with a community-focused approach to ensure that students are well-rounded and equipped with the necessary skills for success. The school maintains a strong partnership with families and staff to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere that encourages curiosity and academic excellence. For parents and community members seeking detailed information regarding school calendars, district policies, or specific curriculum initiatives, the official website at [www.manistiqueschools.org](http://www.manistiqueschools.org) serves as a central hub for updates and administrative resources.
268
Total Students
18.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
60.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    230 (85.8 %)
  • American Indian
    31 (11.6 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.9 %)
  • Black
    2 (0.7 %)
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: Manistique Area Schools
Phone: (906)252-4303
Website: http://www.manistiqueschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 268
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 18.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 149
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14

* 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 63
Grade 1 47
Grade 2 39
Grade 3 29
Grade 4 49
Grade 5 41
Gender Ratio