Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Schwarzkoff 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 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Schwarzkoff Elementary School serves the southwest part of Sterling Heights, MI, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Schwarzkoff Elementary School's student population of 597 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Schwarzkoff 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 Schwarzkoff Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1244 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
71%
63%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schwarzkoff Elementary School's ranking?
Schwarzkoff Elementary School is ranked #1244 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Schwarzkoff Elementary School?
597 students attend Schwarzkoff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Schwarzkoff Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schwarzkoff Elementary School?
Schwarzkoff Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Schwarzkoff Elementary School offer ?
Schwarzkoff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Schwarzkoff Elementary School part of?
Schwarzkoff Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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