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Graebner Elementary School

41875 Saal Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Graebner 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% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 522 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Graebner Elementary School's student population of 522 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Graebner Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graebner Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1348 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
40%
35%
44%
45%
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
66%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Graebner Elementary School's ranking?
Graebner Elementary School is ranked #1348 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Graebner Elementary School often compared to?
Graebner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Havel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Graebner Elementary School?
522 students attend Graebner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Graebner Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graebner Elementary School?
Graebner Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Graebner Elementary School offer ?
Graebner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Graebner Elementary School part of?
Graebner Elementary School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 522 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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