Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Groningen School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: New Groningen School serves the southwest part of Zeeland, MI, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Groningen 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
New Groningen School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Groningen School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Groningen School is 0.46, 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
#150 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Groningen School's ranking?
New Groningen School is ranked #150 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend New Groningen School?
512 students attend New Groningen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of New Groningen School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Groningen School?
New Groningen School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does New Groningen School offer ?
New Groningen School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Groningen School part of?
New Groningen School is part of Zeeland School District.
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