Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-6, El Puente Spanish Immersion ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Puente Spanish Immersion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
El Puente Spanish Immersion's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
El Puente Spanish Immersion ranks within the top 5% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Puente Spanish Immersion is 0.35, 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
#116 out of 2925 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
80%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Puente Spanish Immersion's ranking?
El Puente Spanish Immersion is ranked #116 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend El Puente Spanish Immersion?
391 students attend El Puente Spanish Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of El Puente Spanish Immersion students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of El Puente Spanish Immersion?
El Puente Spanish Immersion has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does El Puente Spanish Immersion offer ?
El Puente Spanish Immersion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is El Puente Spanish Immersion part of?
El Puente Spanish Immersion is part of Jenison Public Schools School District.
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