Serving 674 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Discovery Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery Elementary School's student population of 674 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
674 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Discovery Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Elementary School is 0.77, 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
#766 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
34%
18%
White
25%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Elementary School is ranked #766 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Discovery Elementary School?
674 students attend Discovery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Discovery Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Elementary School?
Discovery Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Discovery Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Discovery Elementary School part of?
Discovery Elementary School is part of Kentwood School District.
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