Summary:
Atlantic Mine, Michigan, is home to a single school, EB Holman Elementary School, a small K-8 institution serving 183 students within the Stanton Township Public Schools district.
For parents, EB Holman Elementary School offers a solid, above-average education with some standout strengths. The school's greatest asset is its exceptional attendance; its chronic absenteeism rate of 13% is less than half the state average of 27.9%, indicating a highly engaged student body. Academically, the school shines in specific areas, with 6th graders scoring 24 points above the state average in English Language Arts and 7th graders exceeding the state average in math by nearly 22 points. Science and social studies are also clear strengths, with 5th graders outperforming the state by 20 and 12.5 points, respectively. Even in 8th grade, students post a remarkable +22.5 point advantage over the state in PSAT math. This strong performance is particularly notable given that over 56% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.
However, the school's performance is inconsistent across grades and subjects. While 6th grade ELA and 7th grade math are exceptional, 5th grade scores lag significantly, falling 12.2 points below the state in math and 8.8 points in ELA. This variability is likely amplified by the very small class sizes of roughly 20-25 students per grade, where a single strong or weak cohort can cause dramatic year-over-year swings. For instance, 5th grade math proficiency plummeted from 60% to 20% in one year, while 4th grade math soared from 13.6% to 48%. While the district itself holds a 4-star rating, the school currently earns 3 stars, ranking in the 63rd percentile statewide. Overall, EB Holman Elementary School is a strong choice for families, particularly for students with strengths in math and science, though parents should be aware that individual classroom experiences can vary significantly from year to year.
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