Serving 397 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cesar E Chavez 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 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School's student population of 397 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cesar E Chavez Elementary School is 0.32, which is less 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
#2796 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
81%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Cesar E Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School is ranked #2796 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cesar E Chavez Elementary School often compared to?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cesar E Chavez Elementary School?
397 students attend Cesar E Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Cesar E Chavez Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cesar E Chavez Elementary School?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cesar E Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cesar E Chavez Elementary School part of?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Cesar E Chavez Elementary School located?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary School is located in the Roosevelt Park neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Roosevelt Park.
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