Crawford School

Crawford School is a small rural elementary school located in Kalkaska, Michigan. Serving kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of just 40 students and employs two full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1. The school's setting offers a close-knit community feel with lots of green space around.

Academically, Crawford School is ranked 2345 out of 3204 schools in Michigan, placing it at the 27th percentile overall and earning a MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. In terms of proficiency rates, only 25% of students are proficient or above in ELA/reading, while 20% meet or exceed standards in math. These scores suggest there is room for improvement in academic performance.

Crawford School serves a rural area where the community plays an important role in supporting students' development and education.

With an enrollment of 40 students, Crawford School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Crawford School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Crawford School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.