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Taylor Parks Elementary School

Elementary School · Taylor School District

20614 PINECREST ST, Taylor, MI 48180

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#3,068 of 3,192

In Taylor

#12 of 16

public schools

In district

#8 of 12

Taylor School District

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Taylor Parks Elementary School

3.3/10

Elementary School in Taylor · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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3.9/10

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About Taylor Parks Elementary School

Taylor Parks Elementary School is a public elementary school in Taylor, MI, part of Taylor School District. Taylor Parks Elementary School serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor Parks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,068 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Taylor Parks Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.4
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

64% of students at Taylor Parks 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-30.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.6 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,580
Chronic Absenteeism64.1%

Taylor Parks Elementary School — Students at Taylor Parks Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 34.7% (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
76%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
10.9%
ELA
20.7%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Taylor Parks Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.3/10
4th percentile in MI
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.1%

Location

20614 PINECREST ST, Taylor, MI 48180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Taylor Parks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CABRINI ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Allen Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Snow Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WhitmoreBolles Elementary School (rated 5.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Taylor, see our Taylor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Blair Moody Elementary School Taylor 0.8 mi 5.0
Polk Elementary School Dearborn Heights 1.1 mi 3.9
Allen Park High School Allen Park 1.0 mi 6.6
Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy Dearborn Heights 1.2 mi 6.0
Annapolis High School Dearborn Heights 1.2 mi 5.2
Bennie Elementary School Allen Park 1.1 mi 4.0
Oakley W Best Middle School Dearborn Heights 1.2 mi 3.9
Bedford School Dearborn Heights 1.4 mi 3.8
Pardee School Dearborn Heights 1.4 mi 3.8
Clarence Randall Elem School Taylor 1.4 mi 2.9
Dearborn Public Schools Virtual K12 Dearborn 1.8 mi 3.2
Lindemann Elementary School Allen Park 1.7 mi 5.4
Rogers Early Elementary School Allen Park 1.6 mi 4.9
Robert J West Middle School Taylor 2.0 mi 5.4
Kinyon Elementary School Taylor 2.0 mi 4.1
DEARBORN EARLY LEARNING CENTER Dearborn 2.1 mi
WhitmoreBolles Elementary School Dearborn 2.1 mi 5.7
Edsel Ford High School Dearborn 2.2 mi 6.8
Snow Elementary School Dearborn 2.1 mi 7.9
CABRINI ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE SCHOOL Allen Park 1.8 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,537

Median Home Value

$141,200

Median Rent

$1,036/mo

Population

62,405

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

38.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Arborwood Elementary School Monroe, MI 3.3
Bangor Central School Bay City, MI 3.3
Dailey Elementary School Flint, MI 3.3
Erickson Elementary Ypsilanti, MI 3.3
Eureka Heights Elementary School Taylor, MI 3.3
KND Elementary Brethren, MI 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Taylor Parks Elementary School

What grades does Taylor Parks Elementary School serve?

Taylor Parks Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Taylor Parks Elementary School?

Taylor Parks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor Parks Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Taylor Parks Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Taylor Parks Elementary School rank in MI?

Taylor Parks Elementary School ranks #3,068 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Taylor Parks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Taylor Parks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Taylor Parks Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor Parks Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Taylor Parks Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Taylor Parks Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

84.7% of students at Taylor Parks 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.1%

District

Taylor School District
District Enrollment
5,614
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,580
District Rank
#8 of 12

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