Very Good
#529 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 17% in state
Based on limited data
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus
Elementary School · Garden City Public Schools
30001 Marquette, Garden City, MI 48135
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MI statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 2nd
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
1st – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#529 of 3,192
In Garden City
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Garden City Public Schools
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Memorial Elementary 12 Campus
Elementary School in Garden City · grades 1st – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Memorial Elementary 12 Campus
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus is a public elementary school in Garden City, MI, part of Garden City Public Schools. Memorial Elementary 12 Campus serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades 1st-2nd, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Elementary 12 Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #529 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Memorial Elementary 12 Campus 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
68.1%
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 Memorial Elementary 12 Campus Compares
See how Memorial Elementary 12 Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30001 Marquette, Garden City, MI 48135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial Elementary 12 Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tipton Academy PK3 (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DEARBORN HEIGHTS MONTESSORI CENTER (rated 7.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Dearborn Heights), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 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 |
|---|---|
| Alaiedon Elementary School Mason, MI | 7.7 |
| Andrews Elementary School Three Rivers, MI | 7.7 |
| Dixon Elementary School Detroit, MI | 7.7 |
| Dodson Elementary School Canton, MI | 7.7 |
| Dublin Elementary White Lake, MI | 7.7 |
| Escuela Avancemos Detroit, MI | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial Elementary 12 Campus
What grades does Memorial Elementary 12 Campus serve?
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus serves students in grades 1st through 2nd.
How many students attend Memorial Elementary 12 Campus?
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Elementary 12 Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Elementary 12 Campus is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memorial Elementary 12 Campus rank in MI?
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus ranks #529 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Memorial Elementary 12 Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial Elementary 12 Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Memorial Elementary 12 Campus a charter school?
No, Memorial Elementary 12 Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Memorial Elementary 12 Campus a Title I school?
No, Memorial Elementary 12 Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memorial Elementary 12 Campus?
68.1% of students at Memorial Elementary 12 Campus 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
- 1st – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (734) 762-8480
Resources & Links
District
Garden City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,194
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,508
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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