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Below Average

#2903 of 3,192 schools in MI

Brick Elementary School

Elementary School · Lincoln Consolidated School District

8970 WHITTAKER RD, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,903 of 3,192

In Ypsilanti

#24 of 28

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Lincoln Consolidated School District

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Brick Elementary School

4.0/10

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

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4.9/10

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5.2/10

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About Brick Elementary School

Brick Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ypsilanti, MI, part of Lincoln Consolidated School District. Brick Elementary School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,903 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Brick Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Brick Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.1 pts
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,951
Chronic Absenteeism46.5%

Brick Elementary School — Students at Brick Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 35.1% (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
82%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
24%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
26%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
18.7%
ELA
23.7%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Brick Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in MI
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.5%

Location

8970 WHITTAKER RD, Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Arbor Charter Academy (rated 7.7/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Arbor Charter Academy (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pittsfield Acres Academy (rated 6.4/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ypsilanti, see our Ypsilanti schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Bishop Elementary School Ypsilanti 0.1 mi 4.9
Lincoln Middle School Ypsilanti 0.4 mi 5.2
Lincoln Senior High School Ypsilanti 0.5 mi 6.3
LCS Virtual Academy Ypsilanti 0.5 mi 2.8
Childs Elementary School Ypsilanti 1.1 mi 4.9
East Arbor Charter Academy Ypsilanti 2.4 mi 7.0
Arbor Preparatory High School Ypsilanti 2.5 mi 6.8
Erickson Elementary Ypsilanti 4.7 mi 3.3
Rawsonville Elementary School Ypsilanti 4.6 mi 3.4
Ypsilanti Community Middle School Ypsilanti 5.3 mi 5.7
Perry Early Learning Center Ypsilanti 5.3 mi 5.6
ACCE Ypsilanti 5.3 mi 6.6
YPSI Connected Community School Ypsilanti 5.3 mi 5.3
South Arbor Charter Academy Ypsilanti 4.2 mi 7.7
BOTTLES-N-BACKPACKS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Ypsilanti 5.5 mi
Pittsfield Acres Academy Ypsilanti 4.7 mi 6.4
Washtenaw Alliance for Virtual Education Ann Arbor 5.8 mi 5.3
Huron Valley Womens Ypsilanti 4.7 mi
Washtenaw International Middle Academy Ypsilanti 6.1 mi 6.9
Washtenaw International High School Ypsilanti 6.1 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48197 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,913

Median Home Value

$274,100

Median Rent

$1,203/mo

Population

65,911

College Educated

46.8%

Homeownership

53.5%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

33.2

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Crothers Elementary School Warren, MI 4.0
Edison Academy Kalamazoo, MI 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brick Elementary School

What grades does Brick Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Brick Elementary School?

Brick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Brick Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brick Elementary School rank in MI?

Brick Elementary School ranks #2,903 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Brick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Brick Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brick Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Brick Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Brick Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

73.0% of students at Brick 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washtenaw County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.5%

District

Lincoln Consolidated School District
District Enrollment
3,483
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,951
District Rank
#5 of 6

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