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Hampton Elementary School

Elementary School · Bay City School District

1908 WEST YOUNGS DITCH RD, Bay City, MI 48708

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,036 of 3,192

In Bay City

#10 of 20

public schools

In district

#6 of 13

Bay City School District

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Hampton Elementary School

5.7/10

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

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3.8/10

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6.4/10

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About Hampton Elementary School

Hampton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bay City, MI, part of Bay City School District. Hampton Elementary School serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hampton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,036 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Hampton Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-12.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,093
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Hampton Elementary School — Students at Hampton Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 55.5% (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
93%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
28.8%
ELA
38.7%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Hampton Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in MI
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1908 WEST YOUNGS DITCH RD, Bay City, MI 48708

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hampton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kolb Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WR Bush Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Essexville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bay City, see our Bay City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington Elementary School Bay City 1.1 mi 3.8
Bay City Central High School Bay City 1.0 mi 6.4
BETHEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City 1.0 mi 4.6
WR Bush Elementary School Essexville 1.5 mi 6.1
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City 1.2 mi 5.7
LLCBay Campus Essexville 1.3 mi 6.5
Bay City Eastern High School Bay City 1.7 mi 6.5
Bay City Academy Farragut Campus Bay City 1.4 mi 6.7
ALL SAINTS CENTRAL MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Bay City 1.4 mi 8.5
ALL SAINTS ELEMENTARY Bay City 1.5 mi 8.2
Cramer Junior High School Essexville 2.0 mi 5.4
MacGregor Elementary School Bay City 1.7 mi 4.8
Garber High School Essexville 2.1 mi 7.3
BayArenac Community High School Essexville 2.2 mi 3.8
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City 2.3 mi 5.1
State Street Academy Bay City 3.1 mi 4.8
Kolb Elementary School Bay City 2.6 mi 6.6
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City 2.7 mi 4.6
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bay City 3.1 mi 5.2
Handy Middle School Bay City 3.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,216

Median Home Value

$98,500

Median Rent

$703/mo

Population

25,751

College Educated

17.2%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

19.8%

Median Age

41.7

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Arthur Eddy Academy Saginaw, MI 5.7
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DIVINE CHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dearborn, MI 5.7
Elliott Elementary School Holt, MI 5.7
Flushing Early Childhood Center Flushing, MI 5.7
Francis A Higgins Elem School Chesterfield, MI 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hampton Elementary School

What grades does Hampton Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Hampton Elementary School?

Hampton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Hampton Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hampton Elementary School rank in MI?

Hampton Elementary School ranks #2,036 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Hampton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hampton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Hampton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hampton Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hampton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hampton Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

70.4% of students at Hampton 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Bay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

Bay City School District
District Enrollment
6,180
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,093
District Rank
#6 of 13

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