Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blanche Sims Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanche Sims Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blanche Sims Elementary School's student population of 438 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 24, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Blanche Sims Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanche Sims Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#595 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Blanche Sims Elementary School's ranking?
Blanche Sims Elementary School is ranked #595 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Blanche Sims Elementary School often compared to?
Blanche Sims Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford Elementary School, Stadium Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Blanche Sims Elementary School?
438 students attend Blanche Sims Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Blanche Sims Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanche Sims Elementary School?
Blanche Sims Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blanche Sims Elementary School offer ?
Blanche Sims Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blanche Sims Elementary School part of?
Blanche Sims Elementary School is part of Lake Orion Community Schools School District.
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