Serving 415 students in grades 5-6, Farmington 56 Campus 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 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farmington 56 Campus's student population of 415 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farmington 56 Campus 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 Farmington 56 Campus is 0.44, 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
#1965 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Farmington 56 Campus's ranking?
Farmington 56 Campus is ranked #1965 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Farmington 56 Campus?
415 students attend Farmington 56 Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Farmington 56 Campus students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farmington 56 Campus?
Farmington 56 Campus has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farmington 56 Campus offer ?
Farmington 56 Campus offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Farmington 56 Campus part of?
Farmington 56 Campus is part of Garden City School District.
School Reviews
2 3/16/2020
31-35 Students per teacher. Lacks Positive Behavior Interventions in a building filled with 10-12-year-olds. Teachers are amazing; but teach to ''test'' not to enjoy learning.
2 12/11/2012
Student/teacher ratio is incorrect. There are between 30-35 children per classroom.
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