Mackensen Elementary School

5535 Dennis Dr
Bay City, MI 48706
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mackensen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 265 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mackensen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Mackensen Elementary School's student population of 265 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
I promise to be POSITIVE, RESPECTFUL, and have INTEGRITY too. I will accept DIFFERENCES and aim for EXCELLENCE in all that I do.

School Rankings

Mackensen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mackensen Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#959 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
40-44%
35%
50-54%
45%
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.28
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mackensen Elementary School's ranking?
Mackensen Elementary School is ranked #959 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mackensen Elementary School often compared to?
Mackensen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bangor West Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mackensen Elementary School?
265 students attend Mackensen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mackensen Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mackensen Elementary School?
Mackensen Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mackensen Elementary School offer ?
Mackensen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mackensen Elementary School part of?
Mackensen Elementary School is part of Bay City School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 265 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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