Serving 394 students in grades 2-5, Sylvester 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% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sylvester Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Berrien Springs school district, covering approximately 58.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sylvester Elementary School's student population of 394 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
19 students
School Rankings
Sylvester 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 Sylvester 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
#1571 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvester Elementary School's ranking?
Sylvester Elementary School is ranked #1571 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sylvester Elementary School often compared to?
Sylvester Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mars Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sylvester Elementary School?
394 students attend Sylvester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sylvester Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sylvester Elementary School?
Sylvester Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sylvester Elementary School offer ?
Sylvester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sylvester Elementary School part of?
Sylvester Elementary School is part of Berrien Springs School District.
In what neighborhood is Sylvester Elementary School located?
Sylvester Elementary School is located in the Oronoko charter Township neighborhood of Berrien Springs, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Oronoko charter Township.
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