Shay Elementary School serves 258 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Attendance Zone: Blackbird Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Harbor Springs, MI, covering approximately 115.3 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.8 miles to its edges and a maximum distance of 17.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shay Elementary School's student population of 258 students has grown by 163% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 110% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Shay Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
5%
9%
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Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Shay Elementary School often compared to?
Shay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pellston Elementary School, Central Elementary School, Alanson Public School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Shay Elementary School?
258 students attend Shay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Shay Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shay Elementary School?
Shay Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Shay Elementary School offer ?
Shay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shay Elementary School part of?
Shay Elementary School is part of Harbor Springs School District.
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