Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Aberdeen Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aberdeen Elementary School serves the northern part of Grand Rapids, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school from the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aberdeen Academy's student population of 241 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
241 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Aberdeen Academy 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 Aberdeen Academy is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2478 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
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Black
32%
18%
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White
37%
63%
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Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aberdeen Academy's ranking?
Aberdeen Academy is ranked #2478 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Aberdeen Academy often compared to?
Aberdeen Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Palmer School, Ada Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Aberdeen Academy?
241 students attend Aberdeen Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Aberdeen Academy students are White, 32% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aberdeen Academy?
Aberdeen Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Aberdeen Academy offer ?
Aberdeen Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aberdeen Academy part of?
Aberdeen Academy is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Aberdeen Academy located?
Aberdeen Academy is located in the Creston neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Creston.
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