Gretchko Elementary School serves 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Attendance Zone: Gretchko Elementary School serves the northwest part of West Bloomfield, MI, covering an attendance area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the school's edge and up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gretchko Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Foster curiosity, creativity, and the joy of learning
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gretchko Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
24%
18%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gretchko Elementary School often compared to?
Gretchko Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doherty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Gretchko Elementary School?
331 students attend Gretchko Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Gretchko Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gretchko Elementary School?
Gretchko Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gretchko Elementary School offer ?
Gretchko Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gretchko Elementary School part of?
Gretchko Elementary School is part of West Bloomfield School District.
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