Welcome to Ella White Elementary

History

Ella White School is a K-5 elementary school located in the city of Alpena. It has an enrollment of about 466 students, with as many as half the students living within walking distance of this neighborhood school.

This school is an established facility in the community, having been built in 1950 with additions constructed in the late 50's/early 60's and again in the 90’s. In 2021, Ella White underwent extensive upgrades thanks to the 2020 Safe, Warm, Dry Bond.  Upgrades included new flooring, cabinets, Main Office, parking lot, playground, and heating system.

Although located in the City of Alpena, At the present time, our facility is used to its capacity, including after-hours usage by the community, parents and students.

Ella White Elementary School's Vision:  "Shaping Successful Students With Compassion."  

Ella White in 1952

Ella White 2022

New Ella White Playground

Ella M. White, the namesake of our school. Ella (1875-1966), taught primary grades for 16 years from 1934-1950. She was also the business secretary for the Alpena Board of Education for 36 years. Not only was she an educator, she was a major force in the Alpena community. She was a charter member and 2nd President of the Women's Civic League, found the Alpena County Chapter of the American Red Cross, City Editor of the Alpena Daily Echo (1913-914), and appointed by the Governor to the state Emergency Relief Committee. The school was named for her in 1952