Serving 504 students in grades 1-4, Gates Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gates Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gates Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gates Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#438 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates Elementary School's ranking?
Gates Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gates Elementary School often compared to?
Gates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hill Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gates Elementary School?
504 students attend Gates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gates Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gates Elementary School?
Gates Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gates Elementary School offer ?
Gates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Gates Elementary School part of?
Gates Elementary School is part of Davison Community Schools School District.
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