Very Good
#1028 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 32% in state
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus
Elementary School · Garden City Public Schools
6400 Hartel, Garden City, MI 48135
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,028 of 3,192
In Garden City
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Garden City Public Schools
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Douglas Elementary 34 Campus
Elementary School in Garden City · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Douglas Elementary 34 Campus
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus is a public elementary school in Garden City, MI, part of Garden City Public Schools. Douglas Elementary 34 Campus serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas Elementary 34 Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,028 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Douglas Elementary 34 Campus show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Douglas Elementary 34 Campus 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
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Douglas Elementary 34 Campus — Students at Douglas Elementary 34 Campus score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Douglas Elementary 34 Campus Compares
See how Douglas Elementary 34 Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6400 Hartel, Garden City, MI 48135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglas Elementary 34 Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tipton Academy PK3 (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Memorial Elementary 12 Campus (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DEARBORN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,396
Median Home Value
$162,400
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
26,910
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abbot School Ann Arbor, MI | 7.0 |
| Angell Elementary School Berkley, MI | 7.0 |
| Bingham Farms Elementary School Bingham Farms, MI | 7.0 |
| Brown School Saint Joseph, MI | 7.0 |
| Bushnell Elementary School Lowell, MI | 7.0 |
| Cass City Elementary Cass City, MI | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglas Elementary 34 Campus
What grades does Douglas Elementary 34 Campus serve?
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.
How many students attend Douglas Elementary 34 Campus?
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas Elementary 34 Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglas Elementary 34 Campus is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglas Elementary 34 Campus rank in MI?
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus ranks #1,028 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Douglas Elementary 34 Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglas Elementary 34 Campus 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.
What are the test scores at Douglas Elementary 34 Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas Elementary 34 Campus has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Douglas Elementary 34 Campus a charter school?
No, Douglas Elementary 34 Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglas Elementary 34 Campus a Title I school?
No, Douglas Elementary 34 Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas Elementary 34 Campus?
63.9% of students at Douglas Elementary 34 Campus qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.9%
- Phone
- (734) 762-8450
Resources & Links
District
Garden City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,194
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,508
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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