Serving 337 students in grades 4-8, Grandport Elementary Academy 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 5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: GrandPort Elementary Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Ecorse, MI, covering approximately 3.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 1 mile and the furthest edge located 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grandport Elementary Academy's student population of 337 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Grandport Elementary Academy 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 Grandport Elementary Academy is 0.36, 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
#2866 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Grandport Elementary Academy's ranking?
Grandport Elementary Academy is ranked #2866 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Grandport Elementary Academy?
337 students attend Grandport Elementary Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Grandport Elementary Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grandport Elementary Academy?
Grandport Elementary Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grandport Elementary Academy offer ?
Grandport Elementary Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grandport Elementary Academy part of?
Grandport Elementary Academy is part of Ecorse School District.
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