Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Grandville Cummings Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grandville Cummings Elementary School serves the northeast part of Grand Rapids, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.7 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grandville Cummings Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Grandville Cummings Elementary School's student population of 366 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Above the Line: Respectful Responsible Safe Nice
School Rankings
Grandville Cummings Elementary 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 Grandville Cummings Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#411 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)25.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Grandville Cummings Elementary School's ranking?
Grandville Cummings Elementary School is ranked #411 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Grandville Cummings Elementary School?
366 students attend Grandville Cummings Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Grandville Cummings Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grandville Cummings Elementary School?
Grandville Cummings Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grandville Cummings Elementary School offer ?
Grandville Cummings Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grandville Cummings Elementary School part of?
Grandville Cummings Elementary School is part of Grandville School District.
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