Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Grandville South Elementary 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 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Grandville South Elementary School serves the southeast part of Grandville, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grandville South Elementary 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
Grandville South Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect Responsibility Right to Learn
School Rankings
Grandville South 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 South Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#479 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
68%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
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 Grandville South Elementary School's ranking?
Grandville South Elementary School is ranked #479 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grandville South Elementary School often compared to?
Grandville South Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Godwin Elementary School, Grandville Grand View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Grandville South Elementary School?
287 students attend Grandville South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Grandville South Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grandville South Elementary School?
Grandville South Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grandville South Elementary School offer ?
Grandville South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grandville South Elementary School part of?
Grandville South Elementary School is part of Grandville School District.
In what neighborhood is Grandville South Elementary School located?
Grandville South Elementary School is located in the Grandville Lakes neighborhood of Grandville, MI.
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