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Very Good

#59 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 13% of private schools

Gagie School

Elementary School

615 FAIRVIEW AVE, Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Private

Enrollment

191

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#59 of 462

In Kalamazoo

#4 of 12

public schools

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Gagie School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Kalamazoo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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6.8/10

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About Gagie School

Gagie School is a private elementary school in Kalamazoo, MI. Gagie School serves approximately 191 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gagie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares1.7 pts above MI schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 191 students, Gagie School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Gagie School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Gagie School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Gagie School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Kalamazoo, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
This School
vs
16.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
191
This School
vs
335
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.6% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
Asian 2.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 1% vs 0%
Gagie School Kalamazoo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Gagie School (this school) 7.8
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School 6.8
Paramount Charter Academy 2.4
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts 6.7
Woods Lake ElementaryA Magnet Center For The Arts 5.5
Washington Writers Academy 3.2
Milwood Elementary School 3.2
Winchell Elementary School 7.2
El Sol Elementary 6.1
Edison Academy 4.0
Greenwood Elementary School 6.6
Milwood Magnet School 4.9
Woodward Elementary 3.7
Lincoln International Studies School 4.3
Arcadia Elementary School 3.9
Valley Center School
Linden Grove Middle School 6.4
Hillside Middle School 5.5
Youth Center School 6.4
KingWestwood Elementary School 7.2
Northglade Montessori School 6.7

Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in Kalamazoo

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,274.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 191
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 91.6%
Black 2.6%
Two or More 2.6%
Asian 2.1%
Hispanic 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

615 FAIRVIEW AVE, Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gagie School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KAZOO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Winchell Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kalamazoo, see our Kalamazoo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program Kalamazoo 0.4 mi 5.6
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School Kalamazoo 0.4 mi 6.8
Paramount Charter Academy Kalamazoo 0.6 mi 2.4
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTER Kalamazoo 0.8 mi
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts Kalamazoo 0.8 mi 6.7
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kalamazoo 0.8 mi 8.2
Kalamazoo Covenant Academy Kalamazoo 0.9 mi 5.0
KAZOO SCHOOL Kalamazoo 0.8 mi 8.2
Phoenix Alternative High School Kalamazoo 1.1 mi 6.8
Transition Services Kalamazoo 1.1 mi
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalamazoo 1.2 mi 6.0
HACKETT CATHOLIC PREP Kalamazoo 1.3 mi 8.4
El Sol Elementary Kalamazoo 1.5 mi 6.1
Washington Writers Academy Kalamazoo 1.2 mi 3.2
Woods Lake ElementaryA Magnet Center For The Arts Kalamazoo 1.2 mi 5.5
Milwood Elementary School Kalamazoo 1.3 mi 3.2
KALAMAZOO CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Kalamazoo 1.4 mi 5.7
Loy Norrix High School Kalamazoo 1.7 mi 6.9
Winchell Elementary School Kalamazoo 1.4 mi 7.2
Edison Academy Kalamazoo 1.7 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,339

Median Home Value

$202,400

Median Rent

$1,005/mo

Population

16,488

College Educated

54.8%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

33.9

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The James and Grace Lee Boggs School Detroit, MI 7.8
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Grand Rapids, MI 7.7
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Global Tech Academy Ypsilanti, MI 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gagie School

What grades does Gagie School serve?

Gagie School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Gagie School?

Gagie School has an enrollment of approximately 191 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gagie School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gagie School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Gagie School rank in MI?

Gagie School ranks #59 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Gagie School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gagie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Gagie School a private school?

Yes, Gagie School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Gagie School a religious school?

No, Gagie School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
191
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Small City
County
Kalamazoo County

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