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#1173 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 37% in state

Farmington 56 Campus

Middle School · Garden City Public Schools

33411 MARQUETTE ST, Garden City, MI 48135

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

6.8

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,173 of 3,192

In Garden City

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Garden City Public Schools

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Farmington 56 Campus

6.8/10

Middle School in Garden City · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.3/10

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6.1/10

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About Farmington 56 Campus

Farmington 56 Campus is a public middle school in Garden City, MI, part of Garden City Public Schools. Farmington 56 Campus serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Farmington 56 Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,173 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Farmington 56 Campus show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • MI avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

44% of students at Farmington 56 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.1% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-6.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment6.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,508
Chronic Absenteeism43.6%

Farmington 56 Campus — Students at Farmington 56 Campus score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
29.8% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
40.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 30 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
72%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
19%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
25%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
24.5%
ELA
37%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Farmington 56 Campus Compares

See how Farmington 56 Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
63th percentile in MI
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.6%

Location

33411 MARQUETTE ST, Garden City, MI 48135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Farmington 56 Campus may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Garden City Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Benjamin Franklin Middle School (rated 3.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Wayne), a more accessible option. Additionally, Adams Middle School (rated 3.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Westland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Wildwood Elementary School Westland 0.5 mi 3.3
Garden City Middle School Garden City 0.5 mi 6.1
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School Westland 1.0 mi 3.6
Thomas A Edison Elem School Westland 1.1 mi 3.2
Adams Middle School Westland 1.6 mi 3.1
John Glenn High School Westland 1.3 mi 5.7
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL WESTLAND Westland 1.9 mi 7.0
Eugene B Elliott Elem School Westland 1.7 mi 3.1
American International Academy Elementary Westland 1.6 mi 6.2
Wayne Memorial High School Wayne 2.1 mi 5.1
ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westland 2.1 mi 5.2
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus Garden City 1.7 mi 7.7
Hayes Elementary School Westland 2.4 mi 6.3
Tipton Academy 48 Garden City 2.1 mi 5.0
Albert Schweitzer Elementary School Westland 2.5 mi 2.9
TaftGalloway Elementary School Wayne 2.8 mi 2.8
Grant Elementary School Livonia 2.9 mi 7.5
Benjamin Franklin Middle School Wayne 3.0 mi 3.8
Garden City High School Garden City 2.4 mi 6.6
Franklin High School Livonia 3.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Farmington 56 Campus

What grades does Farmington 56 Campus serve?

Farmington 56 Campus serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Farmington 56 Campus?

Farmington 56 Campus has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Farmington 56 Campus?

The student-teacher ratio at Farmington 56 Campus is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Farmington 56 Campus rank in MI?

Farmington 56 Campus ranks #1,173 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Farmington 56 Campus's MySchoolScout rating?

Farmington 56 Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Farmington 56 Campus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Farmington 56 Campus has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Farmington 56 Campus a charter school?

No, Farmington 56 Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Farmington 56 Campus a Title I school?

No, Farmington 56 Campus is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farmington 56 Campus?

62.7% of students at Farmington 56 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.6%

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