Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Myers 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Myers Elementary School serves the southwest part of Taylor, MI, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Myers Elementary School's student population of 315 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Myers 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 Myers Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#2950 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
71%
18%
White
15%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
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 Myers Elementary School's ranking?
Myers Elementary School is ranked #2950 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Myers Elementary School?
315 students attend Myers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Myers Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myers Elementary School?
Myers Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Myers Elementary School offer ?
Myers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myers Elementary School part of?
Myers Elementary School is part of Taylor School District.
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