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#3005 of 3,192 schools in MI

Grogan Elementary School

Elementary School · Southgate Community School District

13300 BURNS ST, Southgate, MI 48195

Enrollment

343

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#3,005 of 3,192

In Southgate

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

Southgate Community School District

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Grogan Elementary School

3.6/10

Elementary School in Southgate · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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6.7/10

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About Grogan Elementary School

Grogan Elementary School is a public elementary school in Southgate, MI, part of Southgate Community School District. Grogan Elementary School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Grogan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,005 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Grogan Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.3
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Grogan Elementary School 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 Progress1.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-27.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.4 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,902
Chronic Absenteeism32.9%

Grogan Elementary School — Students at Grogan Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
88%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
14.7%
ELA
21.5%

* 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: 1.9/10.

How Grogan Elementary School Compares

See how Grogan Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
6th percentile in MI
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

Location

13300 BURNS ST, Southgate, MI 48195

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grogan Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hoover School (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PIUS SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southgate, see our Southgate schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PIUS SCHOOL Southgate 0.5 mi 6.7
Shelters Elementary School Southgate 0.6 mi 6.7
Fordline Elementary School Southgate 0.8 mi 3.5
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Southgate 1.1 mi 6.0
Creative Montessori Academy Southgate 0.9 mi 3.7
Davidson Middle School Southgate 1.3 mi 4.6
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln Park 1.3 mi 7.0
Hoover School Lincoln Park 1.4 mi 7.5
Asher School Southgate 1.4 mi 5.0
Washington Elementary School Wyandotte 1.1 mi 6.5
Jefferson Elementary School Wyandotte 1.2 mi 4.5
MONTESSORI CENTER OF DOWNRIVER Southgate 1.2 mi
Earl F Carr School Lincoln Park 1.4 mi 6.3
Woodrow Wilson School Wyandotte 1.2 mi 5.5
James Foote School Lincoln Park 1.9 mi 4.5
Riverview Virtual Academy Riverview 1.9 mi 7.9
Monroe Elementary School Wyandotte 1.7 mi 4.7
Madison School Wyandotte 1.8 mi 7.7
Jo Brighton Skills Center Wyandotte 1.8 mi 7.8
Southgate Anderson High School Southgate 1.8 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48195 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,635

Median Home Value

$165,400

Median Rent

$1,102/mo

Population

29,551

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

66.2%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grogan Elementary School

What grades does Grogan Elementary School serve?

Grogan Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Grogan Elementary School?

Grogan Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grogan Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grogan Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grogan Elementary School rank in MI?

Grogan Elementary School ranks #3,005 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Grogan Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grogan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Grogan Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grogan Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Grogan Elementary School a charter school?

No, Grogan Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grogan Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Grogan Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grogan Elementary School?

57.7% of students at Grogan Elementary School 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
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

District

Southgate Community School District
District Enrollment
3,443
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,902
District Rank
#7 of 8

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