Discovery Elementary School

2461 60th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 711 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Discovery Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 711 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Discovery Elementary School's student population of 711 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Discovery Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#967 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
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45%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Discovery Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
52%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Discovery Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35-39%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Discovery Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
16%
3%
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Hispanic
18%
9%
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Black
28%
18%
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White
29%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.78
This chart displays the diversity score of Discovery Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Discovery Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Elementary School is ranked #967 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Discovery Elementary School?
711 students attend Discovery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Discovery Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Discovery Elementary School?
Discovery Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discovery Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Elementary School part of?
Discovery Elementary School is part of Kentwood School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 711 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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