Serving 356 students in grades 2-4, Clayton H Symons Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Clayton H. Symons Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Milan, MI, encompassing approximately 84 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.7 miles and the furthest edge located 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clayton H Symons Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clayton H Symons Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clayton H Symons Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clayton H Symons Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#766 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clayton H Symons Elementary School's ranking?
Clayton H Symons Elementary School is ranked #766 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Clayton H Symons Elementary School?
356 students attend Clayton H Symons Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Clayton H Symons Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clayton H Symons Elementary School?
Clayton H Symons Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Clayton H Symons Elementary School offer ?
Clayton H Symons Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clayton H Symons Elementary School part of?
Clayton H Symons Elementary School is part of Milan Area Schools.
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