Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sycamore 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sycamore Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Innovate • Educate • Inspire
School Rankings
Sycamore 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 Sycamore Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1551 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
47%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sycamore Elementary School's ranking?
Sycamore Elementary School is ranked #1551 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sycamore Elementary School?
348 students attend Sycamore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sycamore Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sycamore Elementary School?
Sycamore Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sycamore Elementary School offer ?
Sycamore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sycamore Elementary School part of?
Sycamore Elementary School is part of Holt School District.
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