Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Bauerwood School ranks in the top 10% 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 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bauerwood School's attendance zone covers the entire Jenison, MI school district, encompassing approximately 15 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bauerwood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bauerwood School's student population of 480 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
480 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
READY, SET, JENISON!
School Rankings
Bauerwood School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bauerwood School is 0.37, 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
#163 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bauerwood School's ranking?
Bauerwood School is ranked #163 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bauerwood School often compared to?
Bauerwood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bauer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bauerwood School?
480 students attend Bauerwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Bauerwood School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bauerwood School?
Bauerwood School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bauerwood School offer ?
Bauerwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bauerwood School part of?
Bauerwood School is part of Jenison School District.
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