Serving 369 students in grades 3-5, 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Sylvester Elementary School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sylvester Elementary 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 Sylvester Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1648 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
44%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1648 out of 3,069 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, Ballard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
369 students attend Sylvester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sylvester Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sylvester Elementary School?
Sylvester Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sylvester Elementary School offer ?
Sylvester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
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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