Serving 488 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 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- 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
School Overview
Bauerwood School's student population of 488 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bauerwood School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bauerwood School is 0.30, which is less 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
#176 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 #176 out of 2,925 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Bauerwood School?
488 students attend Bauerwood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Bauerwood School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bauerwood School?
Bauerwood School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bauerwood School offer ?
Bauerwood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bauerwood School part of?
Bauerwood School is part of Jenison Public Schools School District.
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