Serving 700 students in grades 6-8, Crestwood Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crestwood Middle School serves the northeast part of Grand Rapids, MI, covering an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crestwood Middle School's student population of 700 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
700 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Crestwood Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestwood Middle School is 0.76, 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
#1250 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
20%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
35%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
23%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood Middle School's ranking?
Crestwood Middle School is ranked #1250 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Crestwood Middle School often compared to?
Crestwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Middle School, Valleywood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Middle School?
700 students attend Crestwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Crestwood Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crestwood Middle School?
Crestwood Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Crestwood Middle School offer ?
Crestwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crestwood Middle School part of?
Crestwood Middle School is part of Kentwood School District.
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