Serving 381 students in grades 2-5, Martin G Atkins 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin G Atkins Elementary School's student population of 381 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
No Barriers, Just Possibilities
School Rankings
Martin G Atkins 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 Martin G Atkins Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#3009 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
67%
18%
White
16%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin G Atkins Elementary School's ranking?
Martin G Atkins Elementary School is ranked #3009 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Martin G Atkins Elementary School often compared to?
Martin G Atkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeportspaulding Middle Schoolschrah by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Martin G Atkins Elementary School?
381 students attend Martin G Atkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Martin G Atkins Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 10% 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 Martin G Atkins Elementary School?
Martin G Atkins Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Martin G Atkins Elementary School offer ?
Martin G Atkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Martin G Atkins Elementary School part of?
Martin G Atkins Elementary School is part of Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin G Atkins Elementary School located?
Martin G Atkins Elementary School is located in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Bridgeport.
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