Serving 575 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Douglas Road 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 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas Road Elementary School's student population of 575 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Douglas Road Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Road Elementary School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1280 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Road Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Road Elementary School is ranked #1280 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Douglas Road Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Douglas Road Elementary School?
575 students attend Douglas Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Douglas Road Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Road Elementary School?
Douglas Road Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Douglas Road Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Douglas Road Elementary School part of?
Douglas Road Elementary School is part of Bedford School District.
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