Serving 349 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandy Knoll School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandy Knoll School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Sandy Knoll School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandy Knoll School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandy Knoll School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#408 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
86%
64%
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
33%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandy Knoll School's ranking?
Sandy Knoll School is ranked #408 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sandy Knoll School often compared to?
Sandy Knoll Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Creek Elementary School, Graveraet Elementary School, Superior Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sandy Knoll School?
349 students attend Sandy Knoll School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sandy Knoll School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandy Knoll School?
Sandy Knoll School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandy Knoll School offer ?
Sandy Knoll School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandy Knoll School part of?
Sandy Knoll School is part of Marquette Area School District.
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