Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glencairn School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Glencairn School serves the southern part of East Lansing, MI, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glencairn School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glencairn School's student population of 298 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Nurturing each child, Educating all students, Building world citizens
School Rankings
Glencairn School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glencairn School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#351 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glencairn School's ranking?
Glencairn School is ranked #351 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Glencairn School often compared to?
Glencairn Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert L Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Glencairn School?
298 students attend Glencairn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Glencairn School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glencairn School?
Glencairn School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Glencairn School offer ?
Glencairn School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glencairn School part of?
Glencairn School is part of East Lansing School District.
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