Serving 415 students in grades 2-5, Mcgrath 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 18% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcgrath Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mcgrath Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcgrath 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 Mcgrath Elementary School is 0.60, which is more 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
#2326 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
59%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
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 Mcgrath Elementary School's ranking?
Mcgrath Elementary School is ranked #2326 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mcgrath Elementary School?
415 students attend Mcgrath Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Mcgrath Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcgrath Elementary School?
Mcgrath Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcgrath Elementary School offer ?
Mcgrath Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcgrath Elementary School part of?
Mcgrath Elementary School is part of Grand Blanc Community Schools School District.
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