Switzer Elementary School

53200 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48316
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Switzer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 547 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 30% in MI
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Switzer Elementary School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
547 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Rankings

Switzer Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Switzer Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#889 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
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42%
35%
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56%
45%
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40-44%
38%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
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Hispanic
5%
9%
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Black
2%
18%
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White
85%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.27
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Switzer Elementary School's ranking?
Switzer Elementary School is ranked #889 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Switzer Elementary School often compared to?
Switzer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roberts Elementary School, Morgan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Switzer Elementary School?
547 students attend Switzer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Switzer Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Switzer Elementary School?
Switzer Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Switzer Elementary School offer ?
Switzer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Switzer Elementary School part of?
Switzer Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 547 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 15%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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