Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sequoyah Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sequoyah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sequoyah Elementary School's student population of 490 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Sequoyah Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sequoyah Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#392 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
88%
63%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbird
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoyah Elementary School's ranking?
Sequoyah Elementary School is ranked #392 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sequoyah Elementary School often compared to?
Sequoyah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheyenne Elementary School, Shawnee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sequoyah Elementary School?
490 students attend Sequoyah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sequoyah Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoyah Elementary School?
Sequoyah Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sequoyah Elementary School offer ?
Sequoyah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sequoyah Elementary School part of?
Sequoyah Elementary School is part of Chippewa Valley Schools.
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