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Gallimore Elementary School

8375 N Sheldon Rd
Canton, MI 48187
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 1%
Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gallimore Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 1% in MI
  • : ≥99% (Top 1%)
  • : ≥99% (Top 1%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Gallimore Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025

School Rankings

Gallimore Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gallimore Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1 out of 3025 schools
(Top 1%)
≥99%
35%
≥99%
45%
≥95%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
47%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gallimore Elementary School's ranking?
Gallimore Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gallimore Elementary School?
315 students attend Gallimore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gallimore Elementary School students are Asian, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gallimore Elementary School?
Gallimore Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gallimore Elementary School offer ?
Gallimore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gallimore Elementary School part of?
Gallimore Elementary School is part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 1%
  • : ≥99% (Top 1%)
  • : ≥99% (Top 1%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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