Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sandy Hill School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Sandy Hill School's student population of 454 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy Hill School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Hill School is 0.36, 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
#432 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Hill School's ranking?
Sandy Hill School is ranked #432 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sandy Hill School often compared to?
Sandy Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jenison Public Schools Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Sandy Hill School?
454 students attend Sandy Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sandy Hill School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Hill School?
Sandy Hill School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandy Hill School offer ?
Sandy Hill School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Hill School part of?
Sandy Hill School is part of Jenison Public Schools School District.
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