Very Good
#1050 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 33% in state
Based on limited data
Bushnell Elementary School
Elementary School · Lowell Area Schools
700 ELIZABETH ST, Lowell, MI 49331
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,050 of 3,192
In Lowell
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Lowell Area Schools
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Bushnell Elementary School
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About Bushnell Elementary School
Bushnell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lowell, MI, part of Lowell Area Schools. Bushnell Elementary School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bushnell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,050 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- MI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Bushnell Elementary School Compares
See how Bushnell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 ELIZABETH ST, Lowell, MI 49331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bushnell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ada Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Ada), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alto Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Alto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kettle Lake Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Alto), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lowell, see our Lowell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lowell Middle School Lowell | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School Lowell | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Unity Alternative School Lowell | 0.5 mi | — |
| Lowell Senior High School Lowell | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Alto Elementary School Alto | 6.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Murray Lake Elementary Lowell | 6.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Goodwillie Environmental School Grand Rapids | 7.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Pine Ridge Elementary School Grand Rapids | 7.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Saranac JrSr High School Saranac | 7.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Ada Vista Elementary School Ada | 7.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Saranac Elementary School Saranac | 7.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Ada Elementary School Ada | 7.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Kettle Lake Elementary School Alto | 8.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Thornapple Elementary School Grand Rapids | 7.6 mi | 8.1 |
| ST ROBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ada | 8.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ADA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ada | 8.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Cannonsburg Elementary School Rockford | 10.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Central Woodlands 56 School Ada | 8.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Central High School Grand Rapids | 8.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Central Middle School Ada | 8.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,443
Median Home Value
$293,600
Median Rent
$1,109/mo
Population
17,419
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
85.3%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abbot School Ann Arbor, MI | 7.0 |
| BATTLE CREEK AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL ST JOSEPH ELEMEN Battle Creek, MI | 7.0 |
| Bingham Farms Elementary School Bingham Farms, MI | 7.0 |
| Blue Star Elementary School Holland, MI | 7.0 |
| Challenger Elementary Grand Rapids, MI | 7.0 |
| Clayton H Symons Elementary School Milan, MI | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bushnell Elementary School
What grades does Bushnell Elementary School serve?
Bushnell Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Bushnell Elementary School?
Bushnell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bushnell Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bushnell Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bushnell Elementary School rank in MI?
Bushnell Elementary School ranks #1,050 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Bushnell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bushnell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bushnell Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bushnell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bushnell Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bushnell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bushnell Elementary School?
39.5% of students at Bushnell 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.8%
- Phone
- (616) 987-2650
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District
Lowell Area Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,436
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,995
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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