YPSILANTI INTERNATIONAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ypsilanti International Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Ypsilanti Community Schools school district, located in Ypsilanti, MI with about 326 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 21 teachers, Ypsilanti International Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Ypsilanti International Elementary School (YIES), located at 503 Oak Street in Ypsilanti, Michigan, is a unique public school within the Ypsilanti Community Schools district. It is distinguished by its status as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, specifically offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). This curriculum framework emphasizes inquiry-based learning, global-mindedness, and the development of the whole child, encouraging students to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners.

The school serves a diverse student population and is known for fostering a collaborative and inclusive community atmosphere. By integrating the IB philosophy into daily instruction, YIES focuses on transdisciplinary themes that bridge subject areas, allowing students to explore real-world issues and connect their classroom learning to the broader local and international community. Through this rigorous academic approach, the school aims to prepare its students not only for middle school success but to be responsible, globally aware citizens.

For more information, contact Ypsilanti International Elementary School at (734) 221-2400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.