West Bendle Elementary School

4020 Cerdan Dr
Burton, MI 48529
3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 259 students in grades 3-5, West Bendle Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Bendle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

West Bendle Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

West Bendle Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Bendle Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2411 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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13%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of West Bendle Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
31%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of West Bendle Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15-19%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of West Bendle Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
6%
9%
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Black
9%
18%
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White
70%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.48
This chart displays the diversity score of West Bendle Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Bendle Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Bendle Elementary School's ranking?
West Bendle Elementary School is ranked #2411 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend West Bendle Elementary School?
259 students attend West Bendle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Bendle Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Bendle Elementary School?
West Bendle Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Bendle Elementary School offer ?
West Bendle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bendle Elementary School part of?
West Bendle Elementary School is part of Bendle School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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