Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Zinser Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zinser Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Zinser Elementary School's student population of 440 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Zinser Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zinser Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#976 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Zinser Elementary School's ranking?
Zinser Elementary School is ranked #976 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Zinser Elementary School often compared to?
Zinser Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School, Alpine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Zinser Elementary School?
440 students attend Zinser Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Zinser Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zinser Elementary School?
Zinser Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zinser Elementary School offer ?
Zinser Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Zinser Elementary School part of?
Zinser Elementary School is part of Kenowa Hills School District.
In what neighborhood is Zinser Elementary School located?
Zinser Elementary School is located in the Walker Center neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Walker Center.
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