Serving 241 students in grades 2-3, Rj Steeby School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rj Steeby School's student population of 241 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rj Steeby School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rj Steeby School is 0.24, 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
#1338 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Rj Steeby School's ranking?
Rj Steeby School is ranked #1338 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Rj Steeby School?
241 students attend Rj Steeby School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Rj Steeby School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rj Steeby School?
Rj Steeby School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rj Steeby School offer ?
Rj Steeby School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rj Steeby School part of?
Rj Steeby School is part of Wayland Union Schools School District.
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