BENNETT WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Bennett Woods Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Okemos Public Schools school district, located in OKEMOS, MI with about 412 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Bennett Woods Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Bennett Woods Elementary School is a public school located in Okemos, Michigan, serving as part of the highly regarded Okemos Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and the development of well-rounded students. With a focus on preparing children for future success, the school emphasizes strong foundational literacy and numeracy skills while integrating modern instructional practices that encourage critical thinking and collaboration.
Beyond the classroom, Bennett Woods is known for its strong sense of community and active parental involvement. The school offers a variety of enrichment opportunities and school-wide initiatives designed to engage students in their learning process and promote a positive school culture. By maintaining a student-centered approach and leveraging the resources of the Okemos school district, Bennett Woods Elementary strives to ensure that every child receives a high-quality education in a safe and nurturing setting.
For more information, contact Bennett Woods Elementary School at (517) 706-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
OKEMOS, MI 48864-2464
(517) 706-5100
http://okemosschools.net
BENNETT WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in OKEMOS, MI with about 412 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Okemos Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 412
- Teachers:
- 23
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 412 students
- White
- 62.6%
- Asian
- 16.0%
- Two or more races
- 9.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.3%
- Black or African American
- 5.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.5%
- Male
- 48.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.