Serving 260 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mary A White 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary A. White School serves the northwest part of Grand Haven, MI, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary A White School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mary A White School's student population of 260 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary A White 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 Mary A White School 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
#366 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Buccaneers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary A White School's ranking?
Mary A White School is ranked #366 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mary A White School often compared to?
Mary A White Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peach Plains School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mary A White School?
260 students attend Mary A White School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mary A White School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary A White School?
Mary A White School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mary A White School offer ?
Mary A White School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary A White School part of?
Mary A White School is part of Grand Haven Area School District.
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