Serving 93 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Greenwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Greenwood Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Kalamazoo, MI, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, while the furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 4.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greenwood Elementary School's student population of 93 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
93 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greenwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenwood Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1000 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
18%
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)32.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Knights
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood Elementary School's ranking?
Greenwood Elementary School is ranked #1000 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Greenwood Elementary School often compared to?
Greenwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Elementary School?
93 students attend Greenwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Greenwood Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood Elementary School?
Greenwood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Greenwood Elementary School offer ?
Greenwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenwood Elementary School part of?
Greenwood Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Greenwood Elementary School located?
Greenwood Elementary School is located in the Milwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Milwood.
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