Soo Township School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 55-59% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-64% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 43%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (17-18)
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)60-64%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(17-18)34%
1%
Asian
(17-18)1%
3%
Hispanic
(17-18)n/a
8%
Black
(17-18)n/a
18%
White
(17-18)65%
66%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(17-18)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
34%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
How many students attend Soo Township School?
326 students attend Soo Township School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Soo Township School students are White, 34% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What school district is Soo Township School part of?
Soo Township School is part of Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools School District.
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