Serving 49 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Iosco Resa Special Education ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iosco Resa Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Iosco Resa Special Education's student population of 49 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Iosco Resa Special Education ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iosco Resa Special Education is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#152 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
Black
6%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iosco Resa Special Education's ranking?
Iosco Resa Special Education is ranked #152 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Iosco Resa Special Education?
49 students attend Iosco Resa Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Iosco Resa Special Education students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iosco Resa Special Education?
Iosco Resa Special Education has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Iosco Resa Special Education offer ?
Iosco Resa Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iosco Resa Special Education part of?
Iosco Resa Special Education is part of Iosco RESA School District.
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