Thomas White School serves 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas White School's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
187 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
No Barriers, Just Possibilities
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thomas White School is 0.62, 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
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
55%
18%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 schools are Thomas White School often compared to?
Thomas White Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Thomas White School?
187 students attend Thomas White School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Thomas White School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas White School?
Thomas White School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thomas White School offer ?
Thomas White School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Thomas White School part of?
Thomas White School is part of Bridgeport-Spaulding Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas White School located?
Thomas White School is located in the Bridgeport neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Bridgeport.
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