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#1313 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 41% in state
Shelters Elementary School
Elementary School · Southgate Community School District
12600 FORDLINE ST, Southgate, MI 48195
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,313 of 3,192
In Southgate
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Southgate Community School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Shelters Elementary School
Elementary School in Southgate · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shelters Elementary School
Shelters Elementary School is a public elementary school in Southgate, MI, part of Southgate Community School District. Shelters Elementary School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Shelters Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,313 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Shelters Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Shelters 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
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Shelters Elementary School — Students at Shelters Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.6/10.
How Shelters Elementary School Compares
See how Shelters Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12600 FORDLINE ST, Southgate, MI 48195
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shelters Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CABRINI ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Allen Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hoover School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lincoln Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Pointe Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Southgate, see our Southgate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Montessori Academy Southgate | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Grogan Elementary School Southgate | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ST PIUS SCHOOL Southgate | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MONTESSORI CENTER OF DOWNRIVER Southgate | 0.7 mi | — |
| Fordline Elementary School Southgate | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Hoover School Lincoln Park | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lincoln Park | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Southgate | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| James Foote School Lincoln Park | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Davidson Middle School Southgate | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| North Pointe Elementary Southgate | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Asher School Southgate | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Earl F Carr School Lincoln Park | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CABRINI HIGH SCHOOL Allen Park | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Southgate Anderson High School Southgate | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Allen Park Middle School Allen Park | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Max Paun School Lincoln Park | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Allen Elementary School Southgate | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CABRINI ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Allen Park | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Lindemann Elementary School Allen Park | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
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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|---|---|
| 3246 PIERCE Beverly Hills, MI | 6.7 |
| Campus Elementary Grand Rapids, MI | 6.7 |
| Cook Elementary School Grand Blanc, MI | 6.7 |
| Fancher School Mount Pleasant, MI | 6.7 |
| HILLEL DAY SCHOOL Farmington Hills, MI | 6.7 |
| Hill Elementary School Troy, MI | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shelters Elementary School
What grades does Shelters Elementary School serve?
Shelters Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Shelters Elementary School?
Shelters Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shelters Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shelters Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shelters Elementary School rank in MI?
Shelters Elementary School ranks #1,313 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Shelters Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shelters Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Shelters Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shelters Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Shelters Elementary School a charter school?
No, Shelters Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shelters Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Shelters Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shelters Elementary School?
69.2% of students at Shelters 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (734) 246-4631
Resources & Links
District
Southgate Community School District- District Enrollment
- 3,443
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,902
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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