Serving 506 students in grades 1-4, Gates Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gates Elementary School serves the southwest part of Davison, MI, covering an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gates Elementary School's student population of 506 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Where Kids Come First and Futures Begin
School Rankings
Gates Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gates Elementary School is 0.39, which is less 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
#396 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Cardinals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gates Elementary School's ranking?
Gates Elementary School is ranked #396 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gates Elementary School often compared to?
Gates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gates Elementary School?
506 students attend Gates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Gates Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gates Elementary School?
Gates Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gates Elementary School offer ?
Gates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gates Elementary School part of?
Gates Elementary School is part of Davison Community Schools.
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