Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Black Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Black Elementary School serves the eastern part of Sterling Heights, MI, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most students live within a 2-mile distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.1 miles away, typically allowing for a drive of 5-10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Elementary School's student population of 458 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
458 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Black Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2032 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
25%
18%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Elementary School's ranking?
Black Elementary School is ranked #2032 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Black Elementary School often compared to?
Black Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilde Elementary School, Oakbrook 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 35% MI state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Black Elementary School?
458 students attend Black Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Black Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Elementary School?
Black Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Black Elementary School offer ?
Black Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Black Elementary School part of?
Black Elementary School is part of Warren Consolidated Schools.
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