Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandy Knoll School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Knoll School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Sandy Knoll School's student population of 339 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy Knoll School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Knoll School is 0.24, 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
#733 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
64%
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
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Knoll School's ranking?
Sandy Knoll School is ranked #733 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sandy Knoll School often compared to?
Sandy Knoll Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Creek Elementary School, Graveraet Elementary School, Superior Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Sandy Knoll School?
339 students attend Sandy Knoll School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Sandy Knoll School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Knoll School?
Sandy Knoll School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandy Knoll School offer ?
Sandy Knoll School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Knoll School part of?
Sandy Knoll School is part of Marquette Area Public Schools School District.
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