Needs Improvement
#3132 of 3,192 schools in MI
Taftgalloway Elementary School
Elementary School · Wayne-Westland Community School District
4035 GLORIA ST, Wayne, MI 48184
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,132 of 3,192
In Wayne
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#16 of 16
Wayne-Westland Community School District
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Taftgalloway Elementary School
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About Taftgalloway Elementary School
Taftgalloway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wayne, MI, part of Wayne-Westland Community School District. Taftgalloway Elementary School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Taftgalloway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,132 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Taftgalloway Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.6
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
74% of students at Taftgalloway 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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Taftgalloway Elementary School — Students at Taftgalloway Elementary School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
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: 2.3/10.
How Taftgalloway Elementary School Compares
See how Taftgalloway Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4035 GLORIA ST, Wayne, MI 48184
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taftgalloway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memorial Elementary 12 Campus (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Another option is American International Academy Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Westland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Westland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48184 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,572
Median Home Value
$142,400
Median Rent
$924/mo
Population
17,436
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy of the Americas at Logan Detroit, MI | 2.8 |
| Bloomingdale Elementary School Bloomingdale, MI | 2.8 |
| David Hicks School Inkster, MI | 2.8 |
| Fountain Elementary School Roseville, MI | 2.8 |
| Myers Elementary School Taylor, MI | 2.8 |
| Oakland International Academy K1 Detroit, MI | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taftgalloway Elementary School
What grades does Taftgalloway Elementary School serve?
Taftgalloway Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Taftgalloway Elementary School?
Taftgalloway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taftgalloway Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taftgalloway Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taftgalloway Elementary School rank in MI?
Taftgalloway Elementary School ranks #3,132 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Taftgalloway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taftgalloway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Taftgalloway Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taftgalloway Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Taftgalloway Elementary School a charter school?
No, Taftgalloway Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taftgalloway Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Taftgalloway Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taftgalloway Elementary School?
80.0% of students at Taftgalloway 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.3%
- Phone
- (734) 419-2760
Resources & Links
District
Wayne-Westland Community School District- District Enrollment
- 9,613
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,351
- District Rank
- #16 of 16
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