What grades does Murray Lake Elementary serve?

Murray Lake Elementary operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the LOWELL area.

Where is Murray Lake Elementary located?

Murray Lake Elementary is a rural school in LOWELL, MI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Murray Lake Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Murray Lake Elementary is 19.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in LOWELL, MI?

Schools in LOWELL include Murray Lake Elementary and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the LOWELL area.

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Murray Lake Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|LOWELL, Michigan|Lowell Area Schools

LOWELL, MI 49331

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

427

Student:Teacher

19.4:1

Locale

Rural

District

Lowell Area Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

20.4%

Phone

(616)987-2750

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

70-74%

Math Proficiency

65-69%

Chronic Absenteeism

13.6%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

319

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

23.6

100% fully certified

Psychologists

0.2

Social Workers

0.69999999

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,995

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,636

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,675

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 5%State 62%Local 33%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$344,543

+4.8% 1yr+40.7% 5yr

Grand Rapids, MI metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.1%

Below 150% poverty line

4.5%

Unemployment rate

5.0%

Uninsured residents

7.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

411

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

377

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

88%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

121 (32%)

Specific Learning Disability

99 (26%)

Other Health Impairment

76 (20%)

Autism

37 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

20 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

14 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

433

Current enrollment

Stable(-2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 24, 2026

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Event

Mon, Aug 24, 2026

First Day of School for Students

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Mon, Aug 24, 2026

First Day of School for Students

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Winter Break Begins end of the school day	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Winter Break Begins end of the school day	Break	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Mid-Winter Break Intended to be held during the third full week of February (week beginning with President's Day)	Break	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Mid-Winter Break Intended to be held during the third full week of February (week beginning with President's Day)	Break	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—
Mon, Apr 5, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—