Serving 353 students in grades 3-5, John M Barnes 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John M. Barnes Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Flat Rock, MI, covering approximately 7.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
John M Barnes Elementary School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
353 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
John M Barnes 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 John M Barnes Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#2186 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)40.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John M Barnes Elementary School's ranking?
John M Barnes Elementary School is ranked #2186 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend John M Barnes Elementary School?
353 students attend John M Barnes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of John M Barnes Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John M Barnes Elementary School?
John M Barnes Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does John M Barnes Elementary School offer ?
John M Barnes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John M Barnes Elementary School part of?
John M Barnes Elementary School is part of Flat Rock Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is John M Barnes Elementary School located?
John M Barnes Elementary School is located in the Education Center neighborhood of Flat Rock, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Education Center.
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