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Mound Park Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 359 students

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4 stars

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Posted March 9, 2010

I think Mound park is a great school. My 2 kids are attending M. Park . Thanks for the teachers and for Mr. Desarbo for doing a great job...
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 28, 2009

I attended Mound Park when I was a child, and I was very proud to have my child attend there also. However, there is a terrible bullying situation happening that NO ONE, including the Board of Education, principal or teachers handles. Some children are allowed to bully others to the point that it impacts their education. My child will no longer be attending Mound Park.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 14, 2009

I rate Mound Park as the absolute best!!! I have never been to another school where the staff goes 'above and beyond'--always. The teachers and principals keep a safe, caring & clean environment for the students! I would never allow my children to go to any other school!! Great job Mr DeSarbo & every single teacher--we are lucky to have all of you in our childrens lives.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 6, 2008

I have 3 kids at mound park ,i could ask for better,they have gret teachers ,like mrs.mueller , and a principal that do hes best.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 3, 2007

I've had my 1st child at mound park over 17years ago, and now I have my twins there, the school has improved greatly, clean, very friendly atmosphere, the principal is one of the best! he is very easy to talk to, and eager to help in any situation. The teachers are all top notch. Great place for learning
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 13, 2006

After moving from Warren Consolidated to Fitzgerald school, I've found that Mound Park offered more stability, encouragement and effort to and for my son who was already diagnosed with AD/HD. All of the teachers (one of them is principal now) were absolutely wonderful. My son will always remember two people, especially, who made a positive difference in his attitude about school. The principal is everyone's 'pal' at Mound Park!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 31, 2006

We recently moved from another district. I am completely impressed with what I have found here at Mound Park. The principal is very visible and clearly cares about his students. The teachers are very good. The students are very well behaved.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 12, 2005

Some of the teachers are great some of them aren't worth the paper their degree is printed on. The principal tries to do a good job. He has improved the school since the last principal left. There are not enough programs for the children that excel. They cater to the child that is below average. Unfortunately I think they are average for Public School. Which doesn't say much for our public school system.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 1, 2005

Overall Mound Park is a decent school, though students fall through the cracks, unnoticed by a few teachers. The new principal is doing a great job, and the facilities are in good condition.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 15, 2005

A great school!!! Teachers go above and beyond. The principal is supportive and is loved by all.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 1, 2004

Poor school leadership. Parents may be involved with the school, but the lack of disipline in and out of school are a big concern. Serious behavioral problems in the school are repeatedly over-looked, thus leading to students believing they can get away with 'bad behavior.' I do love the teaching staff. They are a great bunch of men and women. With a stronger authority figure in charge I think Mound Park is capable of being one of the 'better' schools.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 9, 2004

You will not find a better school! There is something for every student to get involved in. You will not find more parental involvement anywhere! From activity nights, to sports, to helping in the classrooms-parents are everywhere-it is great.
—Submitted by a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 41% in 2013.

54 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
28%

2012

 
 
16%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

54 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
46%

2012

 
 
40%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
88%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2013.

57 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
44%

2012

 
 
21%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

57 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
53%

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
73%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 47% in 2013.

56 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
25%

2011

 
 
29%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 46% in 2013.

58 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
31%

2012

 
 
38%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
74%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 70% in 2013.

57 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
54%

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
80%
Science

The state average for Science was 13% in 2013.

62 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
0%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
75%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 55% 71%
Black 30% 20%
Asian/Pacific Islander 11% 3%
Hispanic 3% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 72%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Special education / special needs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus
  • Special education
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Hearing impairments
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Speech and language impairments

Arts & music

Music
  • Band
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

Before school or after school care / program onsite
  • After school
  • Before school
School Leader's name
  • Mr. Sean DeSarbo
Fax number
  • (586) 620-6085

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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  • Special education
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Hearing impairments
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Speech and language impairments
School leaders can update this information here.

Arts & music

Music
  • Band
School leaders can update this information here.

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5356 Toepfer Rd
Warren, MI 48091
Phone: (586) 757-7590

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