Serving 420 students in grades 3-5, Torrey Hill 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 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Torrey Hill Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Torrey Hill Intermediate School's student population of 420 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Torrey Hill 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 Torrey Hill Intermediate School is 0.19, 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
#575 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
90%
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
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torrey Hill Intermediate School's ranking?
Torrey Hill Intermediate School is ranked #575 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Torrey Hill Intermediate School?
420 students attend Torrey Hill Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Torrey Hill Intermediate School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Torrey Hill Intermediate School?
Torrey Hill Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Torrey Hill Intermediate School offer ?
Torrey Hill Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Torrey Hill Intermediate School part of?
Torrey Hill Intermediate School is part of Lake Fenton Community Schools School District.
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