Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcalearsawden 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 40-44% (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.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McAlear-Sawden Elementary School serves the northern part of Bay City, MI, covering an attendance area of approximately 55.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 10 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcalearsawden Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Mcalearsawden 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 Mcalearsawden 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
#1878 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcalearsawden Elementary School's ranking?
Mcalearsawden Elementary School is ranked #1878 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mcalearsawden Elementary School often compared to?
Mcalearsawden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mackensen Elementary School, Kolb Elementary School, Auburn 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 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mcalearsawden Elementary School?
378 students attend Mcalearsawden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mcalearsawden Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcalearsawden Elementary School?
Mcalearsawden Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mcalearsawden Elementary School offer ?
Mcalearsawden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcalearsawden Elementary School part of?
Mcalearsawden Elementary School is part of Bay City School District.
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