Serving 685 students in grades 3-5, Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School's student population of 685 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate 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 Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School is 0.35, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School's ranking?
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School is ranked #466 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School often compared to?
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Valley Center For Exploration by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School?
685 students attend Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School?
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School offer ?
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School part of?
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School is part of Gull Lake Community Schools School District.
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