The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 82% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 85% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 82%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students (09-10)
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)82%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)85%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
2%
Asian
(09-10)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(09-10)3%
5%
Black
(09-10)6%
20%
White
(09-10)91%
70%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
39%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
How many students attend Douglas School?
461 students attend Douglas School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Douglas School students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Douglas School offer ?
Douglas School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Douglas School part of?
Douglas School is part of Garden City Public Schools School District.
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