Summary:
Ray, Michigan, is served by a single K-8 institution, Endeavour Elementary and Middle School, which is part of the New Haven Community Schools district and enrolls 595 students.
For parents, the most important takeaway is that this school shows a clear split between its early and upper grades. In 3rd and 4th grade, students perform well above state averages, particularly in math where 3rd graders hit 55.9% proficiency compared to 42.9% statewide. However, there is a dramatic drop starting in 5th grade. Math proficiency falls to just 8.4% in 5th grade, a staggering 23.8 points below the state average, and remains below state levels through 8th grade. This same pattern appears in science and social studies, with 5th grade social studies proficiency at only 10.3% versus 27.5% statewide. The school’s overall state ranking has slipped from the 52nd percentile in 2023-2024 to the 41st percentile in 2025-2026, reflecting these upper-grade struggles. Notably, the school consistently outperforms its own district across nearly all subjects, suggesting it is one of the stronger schools within New Haven Community Schools.
Other key factors include a chronic absenteeism rate of 28.1%, slightly above the state average, and a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1 with per-student spending of $10,613. Over half of the students qualify for free or reduced lunch. The school’s early-grade success indicates strong foundational teaching, but the sharp decline in 5th through 8th grade math and science suggests a need for targeted interventions in those areas. If you are considering this school, be aware that your child may thrive in the primary grades but could face challenges transitioning to more advanced coursework in the intermediate and middle school years.
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