Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tobey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 8% of the student body (majority 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: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tobey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tobey Elementary School's student population of 370 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tobey Elementary 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 Tobey Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#545 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tobey Elementary School's ranking?
Tobey Elementary School is ranked #545 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Tobey Elementary School often compared to?
Tobey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Lake Elementary School, Lake Center Elementary School, Moorsbridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tobey Elementary School?
370 students attend Tobey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Tobey Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tobey Elementary School?
Tobey Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tobey Elementary School offer ?
Tobey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tobey Elementary School part of?
Tobey Elementary School is part of Vicksburg Community Schools School District.
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