Wr Bush Elementary School serves 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Attendance Zone: W.R. Bush Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Essexville, MI, encompassing approximately 24 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wr Bush Elementary School's student population of 236 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate • Relate • Innovate
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wr Bush Elementary School is 0.25, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 schools are Wr Bush Elementary School often compared to?
Wr Bush Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bangor Lincoln School, Auburn Elementary School, Verellen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Wr Bush Elementary School?
236 students attend Wr Bush Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Wr Bush Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wr Bush Elementary School?
Wr Bush Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wr Bush Elementary School offer ?
Wr Bush Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wr Bush Elementary School part of?
Wr Bush Elementary School is part of Essexville-Hampton School District.
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