Serving 357 students in grades 1-8, Estabrook 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estabrook Elementary School's student population of 357 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 61% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estabrook 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 Estabrook Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2789 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
29%
9%
Black
46%
18%
White
15%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzly
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estabrook Elementary School's ranking?
Estabrook Elementary School is ranked #2789 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Estabrook Elementary School often compared to?
Estabrook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes Elementary School, Erickson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Estabrook Elementary School?
357 students attend Estabrook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Estabrook Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estabrook Elementary School?
Estabrook Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Estabrook Elementary School offer ?
Estabrook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Estabrook Elementary School part of?
Estabrook Elementary School is part of Ypsilanti Community Schools.
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