Emerson School

www.owosso.k12.mi.us

421 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Emerson School is a public elementary school located in Owosso, Michigan, and serves as part of the Owosso Public Schools district. Situated on East Oliver Street, the school is committed to providing a foundational educational experience for young students in the community. As a neighborhood-focused institution, Emerson emphasizes academic growth and social development within a supportive classroom environment, aiming to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Owosso Public Schools, which prioritizes student achievement, character development, and community engagement. By utilizing the district’s curriculum and resources, Emerson School works to foster a collaborative partnership between educators, students, and parents. For families seeking more specific information regarding school programs, enrollment, or academic calendars, the district maintains a comprehensive website that provides ongoing updates and administrative details.

421

Total Students

27.6

Full-Time Teachers

15.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

53.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Emerson School
Demographic	Student Count
White	380
Hispanic	16
Black	1
Asian	1
Two or More	23

White
380 (90.3%)
Two or More
23 (5.5%)
Hispanic
16 (3.8%)
Black
1 (0.2%)
Asian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Owosso Public Schools
Phone:	(989)725-7361
Website:	http://www.owosso.k12.mi.us
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	421
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	213
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 86

Grade 1 76

Grade 2 65

Grade 3 69

Grade 4 55

Grade 5 70