Mars Elementary School serves 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mars Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Mars Elementary School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mars Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
28%
18%
White
39%
63%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mars Elementary School often compared to?
Mars Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mars Elementary School?
338 students attend Mars Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Mars Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mars Elementary School?
Mars Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mars Elementary School offer ?
Mars Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mars Elementary School part of?
Mars Elementary School is part of Berrien Springs School District.
In what neighborhood is Mars Elementary School located?
Mars Elementary School is located in the Oronoko charter Township neighborhood of Berrien Springs, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Oronoko charter Township.
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