Serving 139 students in grades 2-4, Shay Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shay Elementary School's student population of 139 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Shay Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shay Elementary School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1018 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shay Elementary School's ranking?
Shay Elementary School is ranked #1018 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Shay Elementary School often compared to?
Shay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alanson Public School, Pellston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Shay Elementary School?
139 students attend Shay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Shay Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shay Elementary School?
Shay Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shay Elementary School offer ?
Shay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shay Elementary School part of?
Shay Elementary School is part of Harbor Springs School District.
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