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Bates Elementary School

Elementary School · Woodhaven-Brownstown School District

22811 GUDITH RD, Woodhaven, MI 48183

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,344 of 3,192

In Woodhaven

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Woodhaven-Brownstown School District

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Bates Elementary School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Woodhaven · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Bates Elementary School

Bates Elementary School is a public elementary school in Woodhaven, MI, part of Woodhaven-Brownstown School District. Bates Elementary School serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bates Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,344 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Bates Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-13.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-0.7 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,895
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

Bates Elementary School — Students at Bates Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 55.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
35%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
28.6%
ELA
41.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.9/10.

How Bates Elementary School Compares

See how Bates Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
27th percentile in MI
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

Location

22811 GUDITH RD, Woodhaven, MI 48183

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bates Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yake Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wegienka Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Flat Rock), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jesse L Anderson Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Trenton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woodhaven, see our Woodhaven schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Erving Elementary School Woodhaven 0.8 mi 4.8
Patrick Henry Middle School Woodhaven 1.0 mi 5.7
Woodhaven High School Flat Rock 1.7 mi 7.4
Maple Grove Alternative High School Brownstown 1.7 mi 5.0
Gudith Elementary School Brownstown 2.0 mi 7.0
Frank E Weiss Elem School Woodhaven 2.0 mi 5.6
Yake Elementary School Woodhaven 1.7 mi 8.3
Boyd W Arthurs Middle School Trenton 1.8 mi 7.3
Hunter Elementary School Brownstown Twp 2.6 mi 4.3
Wegienka Elementary School Flat Rock 2.0 mi 7.9
Richard C Hedke Elem School Trenton 2.3 mi 6.5
Trillium Academy Taylor 3.5 mi 6.3
Trenton High School Trenton 2.6 mi 7.8
Flat Rock Academic Virtual Academy Flat Rock 3.3 mi 5.0
Flat Rock Community High School Flat Rock 3.2 mi 6.4
Jesse L Anderson Elementary School Trenton 2.7 mi 7.1
Brownstown Middle School Romulus 2.9 mi 5.9
Ethel C Bobcean Elem School Flat Rock 3.4 mi 5.3
Thomas Simpson Middle School Flat Rock 3.8 mi 4.9
John M Barnes Elem School Flat Rock 3.9 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48183 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,020

Median Home Value

$214,000

Median Rent

$1,009/mo

Population

41,863

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

45.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bates Elementary School

What grades does Bates Elementary School serve?

Bates Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bates Elementary School?

Bates Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bates Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bates Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bates Elementary School rank in MI?

Bates Elementary School ranks #2,344 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Bates Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bates Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bates Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bates Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bates Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bates Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bates Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bates Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bates Elementary School?

57.2% of students at Bates Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

District

Woodhaven-Brownstown School District
District Enrollment
5,622
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,895
District Rank
#7 of 9

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