Center For Economicology

1720 Plainfield Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 59 students in grades 6, Center For Economicology ranks in the top 20% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6
  • Enrollment: 59 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Center For Economicology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Center For Economicology's student population of 59 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
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School Rankings

Center For Economicology ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center For Economicology is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#384 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
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50-59%
34%
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60-69%
45%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
25%
9%
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Black
12%
18%
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White
53%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.64
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Center For Economicology's ranking?
Center For Economicology is ranked #384 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Center For Economicology?
59 students attend Center For Economicology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Center For Economicology students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center For Economicology?
Center For Economicology has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Center For Economicology offer ?
Center For Economicology offers enrollment in grades 6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Center For Economicology part of?
Center For Economicology is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Center For Economicology located?
Center For Economicology is located in the Creston neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Creston.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6
  • Enrollment: 59 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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