Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Ki Sawyer 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: K.I. Sawyer Elementary School serves the entire district of Gwinn, MI, covering an expansive area of approximately 356 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ki Sawyer Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
207 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ki Sawyer 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 Ki Sawyer Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2215 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ki Sawyer Elementary School's ranking?
Ki Sawyer Elementary School is ranked #2215 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ki Sawyer Elementary School?
207 students attend Ki Sawyer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ki Sawyer Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ki Sawyer Elementary School?
Ki Sawyer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ki Sawyer Elementary School offer ?
Ki Sawyer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Ki Sawyer Elementary School part of?
Ki Sawyer Elementary School is part of Gwinn Area Community Schools.
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