Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Salk Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salk Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Salk Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salk Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1252 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salk Elementary School's ranking?
Salk Elementary School is ranked #1252 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Salk Elementary School often compared to?
Salk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School, Eisenhower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Salk Elementary School?
465 students attend Salk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Salk Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salk Elementary School?
Salk Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Salk Elementary School offer ?
Salk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salk Elementary School part of?
Salk Elementary School is part of Fraser School District.
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