Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Commerce Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Commerce Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Commerce Elementary School's student population of 534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1948
Colors
Cougar colors are not explicitly mentioned but inferred as combinations.
School Calendar
School Rankings
Commerce Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Commerce Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#196 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commerce Elementary School's ranking?
Commerce Elementary School is ranked #196 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Commerce Elementary School often compared to?
Commerce Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loon Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Commerce Elementary School?
534 students attend Commerce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Commerce Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Commerce Elementary School?
Commerce Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Commerce Elementary School offer ?
Commerce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Commerce Elementary School part of?
Commerce Elementary School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools.
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