Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bach Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bach Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Bach Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bach Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#37 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Bach Elementary School's ranking?
Bach Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bach Elementary School often compared to?
Bach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Angell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bach Elementary School?
322 students attend Bach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bach Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bach Elementary School?
Bach Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bach Elementary School offer ?
Bach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bach Elementary School part of?
Bach Elementary School is part of Ann Arbor School District.
In what neighborhood is Bach Elementary School located?
Bach Elementary School is located in the Old West Side neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI.
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