Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sandusky Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandusky Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandusky Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandusky Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1508 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandusky Elementary School's ranking?
Sandusky Elementary School is ranked #1508 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sandusky Elementary School often compared to?
Sandusky Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carsonvilleport Sanilac Elementary School, Meyer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Sandusky Elementary School?
536 students attend Sandusky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sandusky Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandusky Elementary School?
Sandusky Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandusky Elementary School offer ?
Sandusky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandusky Elementary School part of?
Sandusky Elementary School is part of Sandusky Community School District.
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