Serving 153 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Leonard Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Leonard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
East Leonard Elementary School's student population of 153 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Leonard Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Leonard Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2569 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
57%
18%
White
9%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Leonard Elementary School's ranking?
East Leonard Elementary School is ranked #2569 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend East Leonard Elementary School?
153 students attend East Leonard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of East Leonard Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Leonard Elementary School?
East Leonard Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Leonard Elementary School offer ?
East Leonard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Leonard Elementary School part of?
East Leonard Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is East Leonard Elementary School located?
East Leonard Elementary School is located in the Belknap Lookout neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Belknap Lookout.
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