Needs Improvement
#2972 of 3,192 schools in MI
Estabrook Elementary
Elementary School · Ypsilanti Community Schools
1555 WEST CROSS ST, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
324
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,972 of 3,192
In Ypsilanti
#25 of 28
public schools
In district
#11 of 12
Ypsilanti Community Schools
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Estabrook Elementary
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About Estabrook Elementary
Estabrook Elementary is a public elementary school in Ypsilanti, MI, part of Ypsilanti Community Schools. Estabrook Elementary serves approximately 324 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Estabrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,972 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Estabrook Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
69% of students at Estabrook Elementary 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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Estabrook Elementary — Students at Estabrook Elementary score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 2.4/10.
How Estabrook Elementary Compares
See how Estabrook Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1555 WEST CROSS ST, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Estabrook Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ypsilanti International Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holmes Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pittsfield School (rated 6.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Ann Arbor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ypsilanti, see our Ypsilanti schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood 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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| Fuller Street Elementary School Nashville, MI | 3.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Estabrook Elementary
What grades does Estabrook Elementary serve?
Estabrook Elementary serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Estabrook Elementary?
Estabrook Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 324 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Estabrook Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Estabrook Elementary is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Estabrook Elementary rank in MI?
Estabrook Elementary ranks #2,972 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Estabrook Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Estabrook Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Estabrook Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Estabrook Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Estabrook Elementary a charter school?
No, Estabrook Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Estabrook Elementary a Title I school?
No, Estabrook Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Estabrook Elementary?
86.4% of students at Estabrook Elementary 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
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 324
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washtenaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.5%
- Phone
- (734) 221-1900
Resources & Links
District
Ypsilanti Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,747
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,355
- District Rank
- #11 of 12
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