Welcome to A.A. Rather Elementary School, proudly inspiring Rather Rams since 1960. Rather Elementary, along with four other elementary schools in the district, offers kindergarten through fifth grade education. The Bulldog Beginnings program provides preschool education to students throughout the Ionia Public School District.
A.A. Rather Elementary has undergone many renovations over its decades of operation to provide a state-of-the-art educational environment. Students explore core curricular areas, art, physical education, music and technology classes. The Rather library also welcomes students every week.
Located on Tuttle Road, Rather Elementary is east of Ionia High School. This promotes learning and mentorship between high school and elementary school students. As one of the largest school districts in the county, Ionia Public Schools provides exceptional opportunities for students to learn and grow in a supportive community.
The motto of A.A. Rather Elementary School is “teaching today for the promise of a better tomorrow.” From the first days of preschool through fifth grade graduation, teachers and administrative staff are committed to meeting this goal through individualized learning and ongoing education.
Rather Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
380 E Tuttle Rd,
Ionia, MI
Ionia Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Principal Darin Magley
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Math Proficiency
38%
Reading Proficiency
50%
Niche Grade
B-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
50%
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Math Proficiency
38%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
15
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Full Time Teachers
15
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Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
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GreatSchools Rating
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
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Male
53.5%
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Female
46.5%
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White
83.4%
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Hispanic
11.3%
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Two or more races
4.7%
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Black
<1%
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Asian
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
7/10/2013
My 3 kids all grew up going to Rather. I have delt with other public schools in the area and have found that Mr. Magley is above and beyond the best principle.
1/16/2013
To any parent wanting the best public education that Ionia County has to offer, Rather Elementary is the school you are looking for! Starting with the Principal who oversees the staff and children with such dedication that I never once doubted the education, safety or lessons in honor, respect and r...
5/4/2012
I don't know about all the teachers but my kid had trouble from the start at least with the fith grade his teacher had yelled at the kids before I don't think they are as helpful as they can be not very caring trying to rush everything It is not very often my kid comes home happy like he use to be ,...
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List Price Range
$111K - $587K
Homes For Sale
29
Average Home Value
$247,694
Median Lot Size
9,583 Sq Ft
% Renters
37%
Average Household Income
$64,125
% of College Grads
9.4%
Median Age
41
Average House Size
1,576 Sq Ft
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Rather Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Ionia, MI, in the Ionia neighborhood, and is served by the Ionia Public Schools in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 308 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 38% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 50% are proficient in reading. Rather Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $247,694. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ionia High School, Freedom Acres School, Ionia Seventh Day Adventist Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Ionia has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Rather Elementary School.