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#2409 of 3,192 schools in MI
Syring Elementary School
Elementary School · Swartz Creek Community Schools
5300 OAKVIEW DR, Swartz Creek, MI 48473
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
339
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,409 of 3,192
In Swartz Creek
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Swartz Creek Community Schools
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Syring Elementary School
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About Syring Elementary School
Syring Elementary School is a public elementary school in Swartz Creek, MI, part of Swartz Creek Community Schools. Syring Elementary School serves approximately 339 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Syring Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,409 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Syring Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Syring Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Syring Elementary School — Students at Syring Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Syring Elementary School Compares
See how Syring Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5300 OAKVIEW DR, Swartz Creek, MI 48473
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Syring Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rankin Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 5.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROBERT BELLARMINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Flushing), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Flushing Early Childhood Center (rated 5.7/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Flushing), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Swartz Creek, see our Swartz Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swartz Creek High School Swartz Creek | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center Swartz Creek | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Swartz Creek Middle School Swartz Creek | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Dieck Elementary School Swartz Creek | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Elms Road Elementary School Swartz Creek | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| GENESEE ACADEMY Swartz Creek | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Randels Elementary School Flint | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Morrish Elementary School Swartz Creek | 3.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Transition Center Flint | 4.5 mi | — |
| Seymour Elementary School Flushing | 6.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Gaines Elementary School Gaines | 6.4 mi | 3.0 |
| CA Alternative EdAtlantis Flint | 5.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Raider Virtual Academy Flushing | 7.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Rankin Elementary School Swartz Creek | 5.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CarmanAinsworth High School Flint | 6.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Dye Elementary School Flint | 6.4 mi | 3.4 |
| ST ROBERT BELLARMINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Flushing | 8.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Flushing Early Childhood Center Flushing | 8.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Marion D Crouse Instr Center Flint | 7.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Central Elementary School Flushing | 8.1 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,765
Median Home Value
$191,700
Median Rent
$1,092/mo
Population
22,793
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
85.3%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
46.6
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| Brandywine Elementary School Niles, MI | 5.2 |
| Carpenter School Ann Arbor, MI | 5.2 |
| Detroit Community Schools Elementary Detroit, MI | 5.2 |
| Emerald Elementary School Manistique, MI | 5.2 |
| Gladys Dillon Elementary School Burton, MI | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Syring Elementary School
What grades does Syring Elementary School serve?
Syring Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Syring Elementary School?
Syring Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 339 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Syring Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Syring Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Syring Elementary School rank in MI?
Syring Elementary School ranks #2,409 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Syring Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Syring Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Syring Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Syring Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Syring Elementary School a charter school?
No, Syring Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Syring Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Syring Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Syring Elementary School?
65.5% of students at Syring Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 339
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Genesee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (810) 591-1301
Resources & Links
District
Swartz Creek Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,485
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,800
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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