Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Congress 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Congress Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Congress Elementary School's student population of 172 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Congress 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 Congress Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#950 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
38%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 is Congress Elementary School's ranking?
Congress Elementary School is ranked #950 out of 2,925 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Congress Elementary School?
172 students attend Congress Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Congress Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Congress Elementary School?
Congress Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Congress Elementary School offer ?
Congress Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Congress Elementary School part of?
Congress Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Congress Elementary School located?
Congress Elementary School is located in the East Hills neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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