Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sibley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sibley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sibley School's student population of 256 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sibley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sibley School is 0.69, which is more 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
#2652 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
9%
Black
30%
18%
White
13%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sibley School's ranking?
Sibley School is ranked #2652 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sibley School often compared to?
Sibley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Park Academy, Shawmut Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sibley School?
256 students attend Sibley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sibley School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sibley School?
Sibley School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sibley School offer ?
Sibley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sibley School part of?
Sibley School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Sibley School located?
Sibley School is located in the SWAN neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in SWAN.
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