Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 225 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Minority Enrollment: 51%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50% in MI
Math Proficiency
: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Our mission at Suttons Bay Schools is to embrace all, support
all, and empower all. Our district is rich in tradition, allows
opportunity for all, and embraces our diverse student body. We are
fortunate to be located in a close-knit, supportive community
surrounded by amazing natural beauty. At Suttons Bay we offer every
student the opportunity to excel and grow in an environment where
every student is known, supported, appreciated, and
encouraged.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School?
225 students attend Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are American Indian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School?
Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School offer ?
Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Suttons Bay Elementary Middle School part of?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 225 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Minority Enrollment: 51%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
