Serving 192 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Red Cedar School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Cedar School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Red Cedar School's student population of 192 students has grown by 108% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Red Cedar 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 Red Cedar School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1334 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
4%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
17%
18%
White
35%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Cedar School's ranking?
Red Cedar School is ranked #1334 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Red Cedar School often compared to?
Red Cedar Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glencairn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% 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 Red Cedar School?
192 students attend Red Cedar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Red Cedar School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Cedar School?
Red Cedar School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Red Cedar School offer ?
Red Cedar School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Cedar School part of?
Red Cedar School is part of East Lansing School District.
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