Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bemis Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 85% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher 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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bemis 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
Diversity
School Overview
Bemis Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bemis Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bemis Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#14 out of 3069 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
57%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
31%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
47%
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 Bemis Elementary School's ranking?
Bemis Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bemis Elementary School often compared to?
Bemis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schroeder Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bemis Elementary School?
455 students attend Bemis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bemis Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bemis Elementary School?
Bemis Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bemis Elementary School offer ?
Bemis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bemis Elementary School part of?
Bemis Elementary School is part of Troy School District.
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