Serving 74 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Seiter Education Center 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seiter Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Seiter Education Center's student population of 74 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
In partnership with its communities, MAISD provides innovative and effective learning opportunities for students, schools, and families.
School Rankings
Seiter Education Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seiter Education Center is 0.13, 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
#2021 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
16:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
93%
63%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seiter Education Center's ranking?
Seiter Education Center is ranked #2021 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seiter Education Center?
The graduation rate of Seiter Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Seiter Education Center?
74 students attend Seiter Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Seiter Education Center students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seiter Education Center?
Seiter Education Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Seiter Education Center offer ?
Seiter Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seiter Education Center part of?
Seiter Education Center is part of Montcalm Area Independent School District.
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