Very Good
#780 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 24% in state
Based on limited data
Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center
Elementary School · Garden City Public Schools
28351 MARQUETTE ST, Garden City, MI 48135
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#780 of 3,192
In Garden City
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Garden City Public Schools
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center
Elementary School in Garden City · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center
Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center is a public elementary school in Garden City, MI, part of Garden City Public Schools. Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #780 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
65% of students at Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center Compares
See how Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
28351 MARQUETTE ST, Garden City, MI 48135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tipton Academy PK3 (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Memorial Elementary 12 Campus (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DEARBORN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hughes Elementary School Marshall, MI | 7.3 |
| Momentum Academy Waterford, MI | 7.3 |
| North Pointe Elementary Southgate, MI | 7.3 |
| Oakman Elementary School Dearborn, MI | 7.3 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MI | 7.3 |
| AkronFairgrove Elem School Akron, MI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center
What grades does Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center serve?
Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center?
Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center rank in MI?
Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center ranks #780 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center a charter school?
No, Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center a Title I school?
No, Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center?
71.0% of students at Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 214
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.5%
- Phone
- (734) 762-8490
Resources & Links
District
Garden City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,194
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,508
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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