Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bunker 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakeside Elementary serves the west part of Muskegon, MI, covering an area of approximately 8.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bunker Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Strong Schools, Stronger Communities
School Rankings
Bunker 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 Bunker Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2604 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bunker Elementary School's ranking?
Bunker Elementary School is ranked #2604 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bunker Elementary School often compared to?
Bunker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marquette Elementary School, Lincoln Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bunker Elementary School?
451 students attend Bunker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bunker Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 14% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bunker Elementary School?
Bunker Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bunker Elementary School offer ?
Bunker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bunker Elementary School part of?
Bunker Elementary School is part of Muskegon Public Schools Of The City Of.
In what neighborhood is Bunker Elementary School located?
Bunker Elementary School is located in the Lakeside neighborhood of Muskegon, MI.
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