Verlinden School serves 186 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 79% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
186 students
Showing 1997–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
9 teachers
Showing 1996–2005. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
68%
18%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
63%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1997–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Verlinden School?
186 students attend Verlinden School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Verlinden School students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Verlinden School offer ?
Verlinden School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Verlinden School part of?
Verlinden School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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