Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Saranac Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saranac Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Saranac Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Saranac Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saranac Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1053 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Saranac Elementary School's ranking?
Saranac Elementary School is ranked #1053 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Saranac Elementary School often compared to?
Saranac Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alto Elementary School, Bushnell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Saranac Elementary School?
444 students attend Saranac Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Saranac Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saranac Elementary School?
Saranac Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saranac Elementary School offer ?
Saranac Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saranac Elementary School part of?
Saranac Elementary School is part of Saranac Community Schools School District.
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