Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bangor West Central School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bangor West Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bangor West Central School's student population of 352 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Bangor West Central School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bangor West Central School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#625 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bangor West Central School's ranking?
Bangor West Central School is ranked #625 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bangor West Central School often compared to?
Bangor West Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mackensen Elementary School, Bangor Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bangor West Central School?
352 students attend Bangor West Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bangor West Central School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bangor West Central School?
Bangor West Central School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bangor West Central School offer ?
Bangor West Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bangor West Central School part of?
Bangor West Central School is part of Bangor Township Schools School District.
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