MACGOWAN SCHOOL
MacGowan School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Redford Union Schools District No. 1 school district, located in REDFORD, MI with about 336 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 1st 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 26 teachers, MacGowan School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
MacGowan School, located at 18255 Kinloch in Redford, Michigan, is a primary educational institution operating under the Redford Union School District. Serving the local community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of young students. As part of a district committed to academic growth and student achievement, MacGowan emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and preparing children for success in their future academic endeavors.
The school functions as an integral part of the Redford educational landscape, utilizing resources provided by the Redford Union Schools system to offer a structured curriculum. Through its website, the district maintains communication with families, providing information on school policies, academic standards, and community engagement. By prioritizing a collaborative relationship between teachers, students, and parents, MacGowan School strives to create an inclusive space where students can thrive both socially and academically during their early educational years.
For more information, contact MacGowan School at (313) 242-3801 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
REDFORD, MI 48240-1824
(313) 242-3801
http://redfordu.k12.mi.us
MACGOWAN SCHOOL is a public Title I school in REDFORD, MI with about 336 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Redford Union Schools District No. 1
- Total Students:
- 336
- Teachers:
- 26
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide 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 336 students
- Black or African American
- 56.5%
- White
- 27.1%
- Two or more races
- 9.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.0%
- Asian
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 42.6%
- Male
- 57.4%
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.