BESSIE B BAKER SCHOOL

Bessie B Baker School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wayland Union Schools school district, located in WAYLAND, MI with about 342 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 23 teachers, Bessie B Baker School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Bessie B. Baker Elementary School, located in Wayland, Michigan, is a foundational part of the Wayland Union Schools district. The school serves the local community by providing a structured educational environment focused on early childhood development and elementary academics. As part of a smaller school district, it emphasizes a supportive and close-knit atmosphere where educators strive to meet the individual learning needs of their students while fostering both social-emotional growth and core academic mastery.

The school’s identity is deeply rooted in the broader goals of Wayland Union Schools, which prioritize technology integration, student engagement, and strong community partnerships. Families at Bessie B. Baker benefit from the resources of a comprehensive public school system while enjoying the focused, nurturing setting typical of a neighborhood elementary school. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and keeps the community informed about academic calendars, district policies, and opportunities for involvement in the educational process.

For more information, contact Bessie B Baker School at (269) 792-9208 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.