Serving 264 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mulick Park Elementary School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mulick Park Elementary School serves the southeast part of Grand Rapids, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 2.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mulick Park Elementary School's student population of 264 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Mulick Park Elementary School 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 Mulick Park 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
#2215 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
67%
18%
White
12%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mulick Park Elementary School's ranking?
Mulick Park Elementary School is ranked #2215 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mulick Park Elementary School often compared to?
Mulick Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campus Elementary School, Congress Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Mulick Park Elementary School?
264 students attend Mulick Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mulick Park Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mulick Park Elementary School?
Mulick Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mulick Park Elementary School offer ?
Mulick Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mulick Park Elementary School part of?
Mulick Park Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Mulick Park Elementary School located?
Mulick Park Elementary School is located in the South East End neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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