Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sonoma Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sonoma Elementary serves the southern part of the school district in Battle Creek, MI, covering an area of approximately 44.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being around 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sonoma Elementary School's student population of 351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn Responsibly, Encourage Kindness, Act Respectfully, Demonstrate Safety
School Rankings
Sonoma Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoma Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#1534 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoma Elementary School's ranking?
Sonoma Elementary School is ranked #1534 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sonoma Elementary School often compared to?
Sonoma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Leroy Elementary School, Wattles Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sonoma Elementary School?
351 students attend Sonoma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Sonoma Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonoma Elementary School?
Sonoma Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sonoma Elementary School offer ?
Sonoma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sonoma Elementary School part of?
Sonoma Elementary School is part of Harper Creek Community Schools.
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