Serving 780 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tri County 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 38% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sand Lake Elementary School serves the entire district of Pierson, MI, covering an area of approximately 127.1 square miles. The school is accessible within a typical drive of 10-15 minutes from various parts of the attendance zone, with the furthest edge located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tri County Elementary School's student population of 780 students has grown by 105% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
780 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Tri County 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 Tri County Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1342 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
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 Tri County Elementary School's ranking?
Tri County Elementary School is ranked #1342 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Tri County Elementary School often compared to?
Tri County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri County Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tri County Elementary School?
780 students attend Tri County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Tri County Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tri County Elementary School?
Tri County Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tri County Elementary School offer ?
Tri County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tri County Elementary School part of?
Tri County Elementary School is part of Tri County Area Schools.
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