Serving 53 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Sandyview Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandyview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sandyview Elementary School's student population of 53 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 8, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Sandyview Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandyview Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#152 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandyview Elementary School's ranking?
Sandyview Elementary School is ranked #152 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sandyview Elementary School?
53 students attend Sandyview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sandyview Elementary School students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandyview Elementary School?
Sandyview Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandyview Elementary School offer ?
Sandyview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandyview Elementary School part of?
Sandyview Elementary School is part of Hamilton Community Schools School District.
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