Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crystal Lake Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crystal Lake Elementary School's student population of 199 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crystal Lake Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal Lake Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2073 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Crystal Lake Elementary School is ranked #2073 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Crystal Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Crystal Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Betsie Valley School, Frankfort Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Crystal Lake Elementary School?
199 students attend Crystal Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Crystal Lake Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crystal Lake Elementary School?
Crystal Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crystal Lake Elementary School offer ?
Crystal Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Crystal Lake Elementary School part of?
Crystal Lake Elementary School is part of Benzie County Central Schools School District.
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