Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernice McDowell Elementary School serves the southeast area of Taylor, MI, covering approximately 4.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School's student population of 341 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School 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 Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2671 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
39%
18%
White
41%
63%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School's ranking?
Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School is ranked #2671 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School often compared to?
Bernice Mcdowell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Exemplar Academy, Blair Moody Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School?
341 students attend Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School?
Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School offer ?
Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School part of?
Bernice Mcdowell Elementary School is part of Taylor School District.
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