Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stocking 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 was 6-9% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Stocking Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2751 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
38%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
19%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stocking Elementary School's ranking?
Stocking Elementary School is ranked #2751 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Stocking Elementary School?
161 students attend Stocking Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Stocking Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stocking Elementary School?
Stocking Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stocking Elementary School offer ?
Stocking Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stocking Elementary School part of?
Stocking Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Stocking Elementary School located?
Stocking Elementary School is located in the West Grand neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in West Grand.
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