North Godwin Elementary School

161 34th St Sw
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 362 students in grades 3-5, North Godwin 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 362 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

North Godwin Elementary School's student population of 362 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
362 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Rankings

North Godwin 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 North Godwin Elementary School is 0.60, 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)
#2208 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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≤20%
36%
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21-39%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
59%
9%
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Black
17%
18%
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White
14%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.60
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Godwin Elementary School's ranking?
North Godwin Elementary School is ranked #2208 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend North Godwin Elementary School?
362 students attend North Godwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of North Godwin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Godwin Elementary School?
North Godwin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Godwin Elementary School offer ?
North Godwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is North Godwin Elementary School part of?
North Godwin Elementary School is part of Godwin Heights Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is North Godwin Elementary School located?
North Godwin Elementary School is located in the Godwin Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Godwin Heights.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 362 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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