Gretchko Elementary School serves 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gretchko Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gretchko Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Sep 5, 2025
School Motto
Foster curiosity, creativity, and the joy of learning
School Mascot
Stars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gretchko Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
62%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gretchko Elementary School often compared to?
Gretchko Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doherty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Gretchko Elementary School?
360 students attend Gretchko Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Gretchko Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gretchko Elementary School?
Gretchko Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gretchko Elementary School offer ?
Gretchko Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gretchko Elementary School part of?
Gretchko Elementary School is part of West Bloomfield School District.
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