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Larsen Elementary School

25 Parkhurst Ave
Coldwater, MI 49036
Larsen Elementary School serves 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-1. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 65%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 446 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : 35-39%
  • : 60-64%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Larsen Elementary School's student population of 446 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Larsen Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
(12-13)
35-39%
41%
(12-13)
60-64%
65%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Larsen Elementary School often compared to?
Larsen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jennings Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 65% MI state average).
How many students attend Larsen Elementary School?
446 students attend Larsen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Larsen Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Larsen Elementary School?
Larsen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Larsen Elementary School offer ?
Larsen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Larsen Elementary School part of?
Larsen Elementary School is part of Coldwater Community Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 446 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : 35-39%
  • : 60-64%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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