Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fountain Elementary School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Fountain Elementary School's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Fountain Elementary School 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 Fountain Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2514 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
43%
18%
White
42%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fountain Elementary School's ranking?
Fountain Elementary School is ranked #2514 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Fountain Elementary School often compared to?
Fountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ardmore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Fountain Elementary School?
270 students attend Fountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Fountain Elementary School students are Black, 42% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fountain Elementary School?
Fountain Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fountain Elementary School offer ?
Fountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fountain Elementary School part of?
Fountain Elementary School is part of Roseville Community Schools.
School Reviews
5 9/23/2014
great school,clean and mostly white
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