Serving 914 students in grades 2-5, Allendale 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 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Allendale Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Melvindale school district, encompassing approximately 5.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles to its furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allendale Elementary School's student population of 914 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
914 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Allendale 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 Allendale Elementary School is 0.46, which is less 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
#2483 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Cardinals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allendale Elementary School's ranking?
Allendale Elementary School is ranked #2483 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Allendale Elementary School often compared to?
Allendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gompers Elementarymiddle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Allendale Elementary School?
914 students attend Allendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Allendale Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allendale Elementary School?
Allendale Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Allendale Elementary School offer ?
Allendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Allendale Elementary School part of?
Allendale Elementary School is part of Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools.
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