Serving 517 students in grades 3-5, Appleview Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Appleview Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Sparta, MI, encompassing approximately 73.6 square miles. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 7.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Appleview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Appleview Elementary School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
517 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Empower a community of learners to lead meaningful lives.
School Rankings
Appleview Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Appleview Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#951 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Appleview Elementary School's ranking?
Appleview Elementary School is ranked #951 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Appleview Elementary School often compared to?
Appleview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Appleview Elementary School?
517 students attend Appleview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Appleview Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Appleview Elementary School?
Appleview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Appleview Elementary School offer ?
Appleview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Appleview Elementary School part of?
Appleview Elementary School is part of Sparta Area Schools.
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