Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edgewood 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 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgewood Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Fruitport school district, encompassing an area of approximately 48.1 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 3.9 miles and the furthest edge located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgewood Elementary School's student population of 585 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Edgewood 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 Edgewood Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1805 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
83%
63%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Elementary School's ranking?
Edgewood Elementary School is ranked #1805 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Edgewood Elementary School often compared to?
Edgewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Elementary School?
585 students attend Edgewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Edgewood Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewood Elementary School?
Edgewood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Edgewood Elementary School offer ?
Edgewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edgewood Elementary School part of?
Edgewood Elementary School is part of Fruitport Community Schools.
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