Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gill Elementary School's student population of 516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
516 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Gill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gill Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#718 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
2%
1%

Asian
16%
4%

Hispanic
6%
9%

Black
19%
18%

White
51%
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
27%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Gill Elementary School's ranking?
Gill Elementary School is ranked #718 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gill Elementary School often compared to?
Gill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longacre Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gill Elementary School?
516 students attend Gill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Gill Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gill Elementary School?
Gill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gill Elementary School offer ?
Gill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gill Elementary School part of?
Gill Elementary School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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