Serving 359 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin G Atkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martin G Atkins Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin G Atkins Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin G Atkins Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2798 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
63%
18%
White
15%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #2798 out of 2,925 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Martin G Atkins Elementary School?
359 students attend Martin G Atkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Martin G Atkins Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin G Atkins Elementary School?
Martin G Atkins Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Martin G Atkins Elementary School offer ?
Martin G Atkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin G Atkins Elementary School part of?
Martin G Atkins Elementary School is part of Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District.
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