Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Handley School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Handley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Handley School's student population of 370 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Handley School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Handley School is 0.73, which is more 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
#19 out of 3025 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
30%
18%
White
39%
63%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Handley School's ranking?
Handley School is ranked #19 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Handley School often compared to?
Handley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hemmeter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Handley School?
370 students attend Handley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Handley School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Handley School?
Handley School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Handley School offer ?
Handley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Handley School part of?
Handley School is part of Saginaw School District Of The City Of.
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