Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Meadowlawn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meadowlawn Elementary School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadowlawn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowlawn Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#1434 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
3%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
30%
18%
White
19%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowlawn Elementary School is ranked #1434 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Meadowlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Townline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Meadowlawn Elementary School?
359 students attend Meadowlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Meadowlawn Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadowlawn Elementary School?
Meadowlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadowlawn Elementary School offer ?
Meadowlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowlawn Elementary School part of?
Meadowlawn Elementary School is part of Kentwood Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadowlawn Elementary School located?
Meadowlawn Elementary School is located in the Mapleview neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Mapleview.
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