Meadowlawn Elementary School

4939 Burgis Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49508
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadowlawn 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 82% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 351 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Meadowlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Meadowlawn Elementary School's student population of 351 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres

School Rankings

Meadowlawn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowlawn Elementary 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)
#1703 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
35%
40-44%
45%
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
35%
18%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.77
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Meadowlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowlawn Elementary School is ranked #1703 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Meadowlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Townline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Meadowlawn Elementary School?
351 students attend Meadowlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Meadowlawn Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadowlawn Elementary School?
Meadowlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadowlawn Elementary School offer ?
Meadowlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meadowlawn Elementary School part of?
Meadowlawn Elementary School is part of Kentwood Public Schools.
In what neighborhood is Meadowlawn Elementary School located?
Meadowlawn Elementary School is located in the Mapleview neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Mapleview.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 351 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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