Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Meadow Brook Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Brook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Meadow Brook Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Meadow Brook Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Brook Elementary School is 0.60, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#199 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Brook Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Brook Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Meadow Brook Elementary School often compared to?
Meadow Brook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Meadow Brook Elementary School?
445 students attend Meadow Brook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Meadow Brook Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadow Brook Elementary School?
Meadow Brook Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadow Brook Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Brook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meadow Brook Elementary School part of?
Meadow Brook Elementary School is part of Forest Hills School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadow Brook Elementary School located?
Meadow Brook Elementary School is located in the East Paris neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in East Paris.
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