Schoolcraft Elementary School

Summary:

Schoolcraft Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waterford, Michigan, serving 403 students in grades PK-5. As part of the Waterford School District, which is ranked 378 out of 610 districts in the state, Schoolcraft stands out as a high-performing school that consistently outperforms both the district and the state of Michigan in academic proficiency across various subjects and grade levels.

Schoolcraft Elementary's academic performance is particularly impressive, with 3rd-grade English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency at 52.6% in 2023-2024, compared to the district's 38.6% and the state's 39.6%. The school's 4th-grade math proficiency was even higher at 68.9%, significantly outpacing the district's 40% and the state's 39.1%. Additionally, Schoolcraft's 5th-grade science proficiency of 38.2% was higher than the district's 33.3% and the state's 40.4%. The school's strong performance extends to specific student subgroups, with Hispanic students ranking 38th out of 201 Michigan elementary schools in ELA proficiency and low socioeconomic status (SES) students ranking 85th out of 1,381 in the same subject.

While Schoolcraft Elementary's academic achievements are noteworthy, the school faces a concerning increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 6.7% in 2018-2019 to 20.3% in 2022-2023. Compared to nearby schools, Schoolcraft outperforms most of its counterparts in the Waterford School District, such as Knudsen Elementary, Riverside Elementary, and Grayson Elementary. However, Clarkston Elementary and Pine Knob Elementary, which are part of the Clarkston Community School District, consistently outperform Schoolcraft in academic proficiency.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 6400 Maceday Dr
       Waterford, MI  48329-2722


(248) 623-6211

District: Waterford School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
432nd of 1,486 Michigan Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $16,767 Help


Students who attend Schoolcraft Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Mason Middle School
High:    Waterford Kettering High School

Student/teacher ratio:  16.2 Help
Number of students:  403

Racial breakdown:

White:
78.7%
Hispanic:
10.7%
Two or more races:
6.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  57.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Schoolcraft Elementary School ranks better than 70.9% of elementary schools in Michigan. It also ranks first among 9 ranked elementary schools in the Waterford School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 68.6. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (78.7%), Hispanic (10.7%), two or more races (6.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 57.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Schoolcraft Elementary School is 16.2. 4 elementary schools in the Waterford School District have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Schoolcraft Elementary School is $16,767. 4 elementary schools in the Waterford School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Schoolcraft Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Schoolcraft Elementary School 432nd of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See Schoolcraft Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Waterford School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Waterford School District 378th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Schoolcraft Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Schoolcraft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 44.19 1099th 1545 28.9%
2007 45.24 1094th 1565 30.1%
2008 64.54 655th 1577 58.5%
2009 53.23 965th 1589 39.3%
2010 72.05 442nd 1552 71.5%
2011 63.28 677th 1552 56.4%
2012 57.83 674th 1566 57.0%
2013 66.75 502nd 1563 67.9%
2014 50.13 835th 1533 45.5%
2015 61.45 597th 1580 62.2%
2016 59.20 619th 1548 60.0%
2017 57.65 547th 1466 62.7%
2018 72.96 386th 1448 73.3%
2019 52.00 628th 1408 55.4%
2021 47.80 547th 1153 52.6%
2022 45.86 682nd 1344 49.3%
2023 69.19 405th 1470 72.4%
2024 68.60 432nd 1486 70.9%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Schoolcraft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 62.54 110th 403 72.7%
2023 67.02 49th 195 74.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Schoolcraft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 79.23 184th 1397 86.8%
2019 60.60 375th 1134 66.9%
2021 75.19 110th 749 85.3%
2022 65.84 289th 1099 73.7%
2023 81.39 147th 1350 89.1%
2024 86.04 85th 1381 93.8%
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Rank History for Female students at Schoolcraft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 72.09 383rd 1443 73.5%
2019 44.93 651st 1171 44.4%
2021 52.19 393rd 902 56.4%
2022 41.37 623rd 1106 43.7%
2023 53.47 554th 1321 58.1%
2024 70.48 311th 1342 76.8%
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Rank History for Male students at Schoolcraft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 69.80 410th 1446 71.6%
2019 55.33 503rd 1196 57.9%
2021 47.18 450th 915 50.8%
2022 42.92 627th 1139 45.0%
2023 75.49 273rd 1334 79.5%
2024 67.86 384th 1347 71.5%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Schoolcraft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 72.16 38th 201 81.1%
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Rank History for White students at Schoolcraft Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 71.98 321st 1253 74.4%
2019 50.14 554th 1128 50.9%
2021 45.37 526th 1005 47.7%
2022 37.08 692nd 1102 37.2%
2023 63.70 392nd 1198 67.3%
2024 63.20 404th 1204 66.4%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Schoolcraft Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 475 6 0 5 0 n/a n/a 0 486
1989 474 6 1 7 0 n/a n/a 0 488
1990 419 1 3 8 2 n/a n/a 0 433
1991 418 1 3 8 3 n/a n/a 14 447
1992 405 4 3 10 0 n/a n/a 0 422
1993 362 1 2 11 0 n/a n/a 0 376
1994 350 1 2 7 0 n/a n/a 0 360
1995 436 6 1 6 1 n/a n/a 0 450
1996 436 6 1 6 1 n/a n/a 0 450
1997 422 2 1 7 1 n/a n/a 0 433
1998 410 2 1 5 0 n/a n/a 0 418
1999 435 1 1 9 0 n/a n/a 0 446
2000 400 4 1 12 0 n/a n/a 0 417
2001 418 3 1 10 0 n/a n/a 0 432
2002 409 3 0 9 0 n/a n/a 0 421
2003 409 3 0 9 0 n/a n/a 0 421
2004 395 6 6 11 0 n/a n/a 0 418
2005 402 9 7 17 0 n/a n/a 0 435
2006 387 7 9 13 0 n/a n/a 0 416
2007 355 8 11 17 0 n/a n/a 0 391
2008 383 8 10 24 1 n/a n/a 0 426
2009 383 5 9 21 0 n/a n/a 0 418
2010 404 4 11 23 2 n/a n/a 0 444
2011 420 5 8 31 1 1 0 0 466
2012 424 8 8 33 1 1 0 0 475
2013 409 13 6 21 2 0 2 0 453
2014 378 12 7 29 1 1 7 0 435
2015 417 14 7 42 3 1 15 0 499
2016 371 9 5 48 2 1 20 0 456
2017 342 8 6 45 0 2 29 0 432
2018 336 9 5 44 0 2 28 0 424
2019 336 15 4 54 0 1 25 0 435
2020 335 16 5 43 0 0 29 0 428
2021 308 11 5 34 1 0 27 0 386
2022 323 10 5 36 1 0 25 0 400
2023 317 13 2 43 0 0 28 0 403

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Schoolcraft Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 486 n/a n/a n/a
1989 488 n/a n/a 8.8
1990 433 33.0 13.1 9
1991 447 n/a n/a n/a
1992 422 n/a n/a 15.4
1993 376 n/a 0.0 18.1
1994 360 15.8 22.8 12.5
1995 450 18.0 25.0 9.6
1996 450 18.0 25.0 9.6
1997 433 18.0 24.1 15.9
1998 418 17.0 24.6 13.6
1999 446 19.0 23.5 11.7
2000 417 17.8 23.4 16.3
2001 432 19.2 22.5 13.9
2002 421 12.0 35.1 11.9
2003 421 12.0 35.1 11.9
2004 418 16.0 26.1 17.9
2005 435 20.0 21.8 19.5
2006 416 18.3 22.7 17.5
2007 391 19.6 19.9 22
2008 426 20.4 20.9 18.3
2009 418 22.6 18.5 22.7
2010 444 22.8 19.4 32.4
2011 466 23.7 19.6 36.1
2012 475 23.7 20.0 45.1
2013 453 25.0 18.1 44.4
2014 435 23.1 18.7 46.4
2015 499 27.0 18.4 50.3
2016 456 22.0 20.7 52
2017 432 23.0 18.7 48.6
2018 424 21.5 19.7 50.7
2019 435 20.1 21.5 54.3
2020 428 22.5 19.0 54
2021 386 20.5 18.7 51.6
2022 400 23.2 17.2 57
2023 403 24.8 16.2 57.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Schoolcraft Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 486 n/a n/a n/a
1989 488 n/a n/a 8.8
1990 433 33.0 13.1 9
1991 447 n/a n/a n/a
1992 422 n/a n/a 15.4
1993 376 n/a 0.0 18.1
1994 360 15.8 22.8 12.5
1995 450 18.0 25.0 9.6
1996 450 18.0 25.0 9.6
1997 433 18.0 24.1 15.9
1998 418 17.0 24.6 13.6
1999 446 19.0 23.5 11.7
2000 417 17.8 23.4 16.3
2001 432 19.2 22.5 13.9
2002 421 12.0 35.1 11.9
2003 421 12.0 35.1 11.9
2004 418 16.0 26.1 17.9
2005 435 20.0 21.8 19.5
2006 416 18.3 22.7 17.5
2007 391 19.6 19.9 22
2008 426 20.4 20.9 18.3
2009 418 22.6 18.5 22.7
2010 444 22.8 19.4 32.4
2011 466 23.7 19.6 36.1
2012 475 23.7 20.0 45.1
2013 453 25.0 18.1 44.4
2014 435 23.1 18.7 46.4
2015 499 27.0 18.4 50.3
2016 456 22.0 20.7 52
2017 432 23.0 18.7 48.6
2018 424 21.5 19.7 50.7
2019 435 20.1 21.5 54.3
2020 428 22.5 19.0 54
2021 386 20.5 18.7 51.6
2022 400 23.2 17.2 57
2023 403 24.8 16.2 57.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Schoolcraft Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,030 (9.6%) $9,643 (90.3%) $10,674
2020 $1,004 (8.9%) $10,236 (91.1%) $11,240
2021 $1,440 (11.0%) $11,626 (89.0%) $13,066
2022 $1,871 (13.0%) $12,526 (87.0%) $14,398
2023 $2,677 (16.0%) $14,090 (84.0%) $16,767

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Schoolcraft Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 628th of 1408 Elementary schoolsRanks 405th of 1470 Elementary schools
 17.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Schoolcraft Elementary School)55.247.5
 7.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Waterford School District)44.838.6
 6.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.140.9
 4.2%
3rd Grade Math (Schoolcraft Elementary School)40.649.2
 8.6%
   3rd Grade Math (Waterford School District)37.134.8
 2.3%
   3rd Grade Math (Michigan)46.742.9
 3.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Schoolcraft Elementary School)63.565.8
 2.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Waterford School District)50.943.9
 7%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.844.3
 1.5%
4th Grade Math (Schoolcraft Elementary School)66.767.6
 0.9%
   4th Grade Math (Waterford School District)44.237.9
 6.3%
   4th Grade Math (Michigan)41.838.6
 3.2%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Schoolcraft Elementary School)48.155
 6.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Waterford School District)41.946
 4.1%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)46.243.9
 2.3%
5th Grade Math (Schoolcraft Elementary School)26.645
 18.4%
   5th Grade Math (Waterford School District)28.326.7
 1.6%
   5th Grade Math (Michigan)34.831.5
 3.3%
5th Grade Social Studies (Schoolcraft Elementary School)12.715
 2.3%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Waterford School District)15.114.9
 0.2%
   5th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)17.418.6
 1.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students435403
 7.4%
African American1513
 13.3%
American Indian00
Asian42
 50%
Hispanic5443
 20.4%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White336317
 5.7%
Two or More Races2528
 12%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients54.3%57.8%
 3.6%


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Schoolcraft Elementary School ranks 432nd of 1486 Michigan elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 403 students attended Schoolcraft Elementary School.

Students who attend Schoolcraft Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Mason Middle School
High : Waterford Kettering High School

Students at Schoolcraft Elementary School are 79% White, 11% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races, 3% African American.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

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