Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Gier Park 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 1% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gier Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gier Park School's student population of 264 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gier Park School is 0.75, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
30%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gier Park School often compared to?
Gier Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Post Oak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Gier Park School?
264 students attend Gier Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Gier Park School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gier Park School?
Gier Park School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gier Park School offer ?
Gier Park School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Gier Park School part of?
Gier Park School is part of Lansing Public School District.
School Reviews
5 3/31/2021
I'm in 8th grade now but when i went to this school. They had great teachers and staff. The principle is also really nice as well. I remember this one special education teacher and she was amazing. idk if she still works there but her name what Ms. Monahan idk if that's how you spell it but if I spelled it wrong than sorry about that but like I said this school is amazing and as an 8th grader I recommend it.
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