Switzer Elementary School

53200 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48316
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Switzer Elementary 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 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 556 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 34% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Switzer Elementary School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
556 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings

Switzer Elementary 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 Switzer Elementary 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#1251 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
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34%
36%
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51%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
4%
9%
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Black
2%
18%
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White
87%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.24
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Switzer Elementary School's ranking?
Switzer Elementary School is ranked #1251 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Switzer Elementary School often compared to?
Switzer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberts Elementary School, Morgan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Switzer Elementary School?
556 students attend Switzer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Switzer Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Switzer Elementary School?
Switzer Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Switzer Elementary School offer ?
Switzer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Switzer Elementary School part of?
Switzer Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 556 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 34% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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