Serving 64 students in grades 6, John Ball Park Zoo School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Ball Park Zoo School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
John Ball Park Zoo School's student population of 64 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
John Ball Park Zoo School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Ball Park Zoo School is 0.56, 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
#535 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
62%
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
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Ball Park Zoo School's ranking?
John Ball Park Zoo School is ranked #535 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend John Ball Park Zoo School?
64 students attend John Ball Park Zoo School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of John Ball Park Zoo School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Ball Park Zoo School?
John Ball Park Zoo School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does John Ball Park Zoo School offer ?
John Ball Park Zoo School offers enrollment in grades 6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John Ball Park Zoo School part of?
John Ball Park Zoo School is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2018
amazing school with lots of hands-on activity! =^.^=
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