School Overview
Graebner Elementary School, located in Sterling Heights, Michigan, is a part of the Utica Community Schools district. It serves a diverse student population, typically catering to children from kindergarten through sixth grade. The school is known for fostering a supportive community atmosphere where educators focus on developing both the academic potential and the social-emotional well-being of their students. Like many schools in the Utica district, Graebner emphasizes a curriculum aligned with state standards, integrating technology and collaborative learning to prepare students for middle school and beyond.

In addition to its core academic offerings, Graebner Elementary is recognized for maintaining strong partnerships with parents and the local community. The school environment is characterized by its dedication to creating an inclusive culture, often supported by active PTA involvement and various extracurricular opportunities that encourage student engagement. By focusing on individualized instruction and a comprehensive educational approach, the school strives to provide a stable, nurturing foundation for all its learners within the Sterling Heights area.
509
Total Students
29.8
Full-Time Teachers
17.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Graebner Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White335
Hispanic24
Black68
Asian32
Two or More49
American Indian1
  • White
    335 (65.8%)
  • Black
    68 (13.4%)
  • Two or More
    49 (9.6%)
  • Asian
    32 (6.3%)
  • Hispanic
    24 (4.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Utica Community Schools
Phone: (586)797-5000
Website: http://graebner.uticak12.org/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 509
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 249
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 21
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 69
Grade 1 78
Grade 2 76
Grade 3 77
Grade 4 71
Grade 5 79
Grade 6 59

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Graebner Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten69
Grade 178
Grade 276
Grade 377
Grade 471
Grade 579
Grade 659
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Graebner Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24548.1%
Male26451.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)