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Good Shepherd Early Childhood
Elementary School
5335 BROCKWAY RD, Saginaw, MI 48638
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Good Shepherd Early Childhood
Good Shepherd Early Childhood is an Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod private elementary school in Saginaw, MI 48638. The school serves approximately 21 students in grades Pre-K – TK with a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $63,444, where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 21 students, Good Shepherd Early Childhood is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Early Childhood is 21:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
As a private school, Good Shepherd Early Childhood operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Good Shepherd Early Childhood compares to 45 public schools serving similar grades in Saginaw, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Early Childhood (this school) | — |
| Arrowwood Elementary School | 6.9 |
| White Pine Middle School | 5.9 |
| Hemmeter Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Weiss Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Handley School | 5.5 |
| Arthur Hill High School | 4.9 |
| Westdale Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Chester F Miller School | 6.9 |
| Thompson Middle School | 5.5 |
| Heritage High School | 5.9 |
| Michael J McGivney | — |
| Sherwood Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Kempton Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Shields Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Saginaw County Juvenile Center | — |
| Merrill Park Elementary School | 3.5 |
| Herig School | 3.8 |
| Career Opportunities Center | — |
| Mackinaw High School | 6.5 |
| Swan Valley High School | 4.0 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Private · Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Address
- 5335 BROCKWAY RD, Saginaw, MI 48638
- Phone
- (989) 793-8252
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MI aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5335 BROCKWAY RD, Saginaw, MI 48638
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Early Childhood may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arrowwood Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away). Another option is Chester F Miller School (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away). Additionally, NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Saginaw, see our Saginaw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Saginaw | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Arrowwood Elementary School Saginaw | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| White Pine Middle School Saginaw | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hemmeter Elementary School Saginaw | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Weiss Elementary School Saginaw | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Westdale Elementary School Saginaw | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Heritage High School Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Handley School Saginaw | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| THE NEW MILLENNIUM ACADEMY Saginaw | 1.5 mi | — |
| Arthur Hill High School Saginaw | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Chester F Miller School Saginaw | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Thompson Middle School Saginaw | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Sherwood Elementary School Saginaw | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Michael J McGivney Saginaw | 1.9 mi | — |
| Shields Elementary School Saginaw | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Saginaw County Juvenile Center Saginaw | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,444
Median Home Value
$161,200
Median Rent
$948/mo
Population
12,668
College Educated
35.9%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
42.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Good Shepherd Early Childhood has a median household income of $63,444. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,200, with a median rent of $948/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Early Childhood
What grades does Good Shepherd Early Childhood serve?
Good Shepherd Early Childhood serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Early Childhood?
Good Shepherd Early Childhood has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Early Childhood?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Early Childhood is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Good Shepherd Early Childhood a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd Early Childhood is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Good Shepherd Early Childhood a religious school?
Good Shepherd Early Childhood has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Saginaw). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 21
- Gender Split
- 29% M / 71% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- SAGINAW
- Phone
- (989) 793-8252
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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