Moon 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students (22-23)
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
14 teachers
School Rankings
Moon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2878 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
58%
18%
White
16%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
49%
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 Moon Elementary School's ranking?
Moon Elementary School is ranked #2878 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Moon Elementary School?
246 students attend Moon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Moon Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Moon Elementary School offer ?
Moon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moon Elementary School part of?
Moon Elementary School is part of Muskegon ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools Of The City Of.
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