Serving 591 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sharon J Hardy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon J Hardy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sharon J Hardy Elementary School's student population of 591 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sharon J Hardy Elementary 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 Sharon J Hardy Elementary 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
#382 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
79%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon J Hardy Elementary School's ranking?
Sharon J Hardy Elementary School is ranked #382 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sharon J Hardy Elementary School often compared to?
Sharon J Hardy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ann L Dolsen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Sharon J Hardy Elementary School?
591 students attend Sharon J Hardy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sharon J Hardy Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sharon J Hardy Elementary School?
Sharon J Hardy Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sharon J Hardy Elementary School offer ?
Sharon J Hardy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sharon J Hardy Elementary School part of?
Sharon J Hardy Elementary School is part of South Lyon Community Schools School District.
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