Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology's student population of 374 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Students Rise. We All Rise.
School Rankings
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2366 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
97%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology's ranking?
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology is ranked #2366 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology often compared to?
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Bates Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology?
374 students attend Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology?
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology offer ?
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology part of?
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology located?
Bagley Elementary School Of Journalism And Technology is located in the Bagley neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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