Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Syring 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Syring Elementary School's student population of 339 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Syring Elementary School is 0.42, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 schools are Syring Elementary School often compared to?
Syring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dieck Elementary School, Pinehurst Early Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Syring Elementary School?
339 students attend Syring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Syring Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Syring Elementary School?
Syring Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Syring Elementary School offer ?
Syring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Syring Elementary School part of?
Syring Elementary School is part of Swartz Creek Community Schools School District.
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