Serving 46 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Crawford School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Crawford School's attendance zone covers the entire Kalkaska school district, encompassing approximately 18.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crawford School's student population of 46 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crawford 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 Crawford School is 0.00, 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
#1609 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2023. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-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 Crawford School's ranking?
Crawford School is ranked #1609 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Crawford School often compared to?
Crawford Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fife Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Crawford School?
46 students attend Crawford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Crawford School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crawford School?
Crawford School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Crawford School offer ?
Crawford School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crawford School part of?
Crawford School is part of Excelsior Township S/D #1 School District.
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