Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Gier Park 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gier Park School serves the northern part of Lansing, MI, covering an area of approximately 17.7 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gier Park School's student population of 316 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Gier Park 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 Gier Park School is 0.74, 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
#2700 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
24%
18%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gier Park School's ranking?
Gier Park School is ranked #2700 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gier Park School often compared to?
Gier Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Post Oak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gier Park School?
316 students attend Gier Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Gier Park School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, and 17% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gier Park School?
Gier Park School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gier Park School offer ?
Gier Park School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gier Park School part of?
Gier Park School is part of Lansing Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I'm in 8th grade now but when i went to this school. They had great teachers and staff. The principle is also really nice as well. I remember this one special education teacher and she was amazing. idk if she still works there but her name what Ms. Monahan idk if that's how you spell it but if I spelled it wrong than sorry about that but like I said this school is amazing and as an 8th grader I recommend it.
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