Serving 606 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Countryside Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Countryside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Countryside Elementary School's student population of 606 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Countryside Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Countryside Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 2925 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
77%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Countryside Elementary School's ranking?
Countryside Elementary School is ranked #15 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Countryside Elementary School often compared to?
Countryside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Creek Charter Academy, Brown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Countryside Elementary School?
606 students attend Countryside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Countryside Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Countryside Elementary School?
Countryside Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Countryside Elementary School offer ?
Countryside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Countryside Elementary School part of?
Countryside Elementary School is part of Byron Center Public Schools School District.
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