Crestwood Middle School

2674 44th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 678 students in grades 6-8, Crestwood Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 678 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Crestwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Crestwood Middle School's student population of 678 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers

School Rankings

Crestwood Middle 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 Crestwood Middle School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1405 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
33%
34%
48%
45%
35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
4%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
33%
18%
White
25%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.77
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
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 Crestwood Middle School's ranking?
Crestwood Middle School is ranked #1405 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Crestwood Middle School often compared to?
Crestwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Middle School, Valleywood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Middle School?
678 students attend Crestwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Crestwood Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crestwood Middle School?
Crestwood Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crestwood Middle School offer ?
Crestwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crestwood Middle School part of?
Crestwood Middle School is part of Kentwood School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 678 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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