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Bates Elementary School

22811 Gudith Rd
Trenton, MI 48183
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bates 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 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 460 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Bates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Bates Elementary School's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Bates 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 Bates Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1827 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
27%
35%
40%
45%
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
56%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bates Elementary School's ranking?
Bates Elementary School is ranked #1827 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bates Elementary School often compared to?
Bates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Detroit Edison ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bates Elementary School?
460 students attend Bates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Bates Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bates Elementary School?
Bates Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bates Elementary School offer ?
Bates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bates Elementary School part of?
Bates Elementary School is part of Woodhaven-Brownstown School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 460 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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