Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gill Elementary School serves the southern part of Farmington, MI, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gill Elementary School's student population of 543 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Gill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gill 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
#922 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gill Elementary School's ranking?
Gill Elementary School is ranked #922 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gill Elementary School often compared to?
Gill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longacre Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gill Elementary School?
543 students attend Gill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gill Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gill Elementary School?
Gill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gill Elementary School offer ?
Gill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gill Elementary School part of?
Gill Elementary School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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