Bushnell Elementary School serves 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bushnell Elementary School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bushnell Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 schools are Bushnell Elementary School often compared to?
Bushnell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alto Elementary School, Saranac Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bushnell Elementary School?
271 students attend Bushnell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bushnell Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bushnell Elementary School?
Bushnell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bushnell Elementary School offer ?
Bushnell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bushnell Elementary School part of?
Bushnell Elementary School is part of Lowell Area Schools School District.
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