Wealthy School

1961 Lake Dr Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wealthy School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 10% in MI
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wealthy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Wealthy School's student population of 466 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Wealthy School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wealthy School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#160 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
64%
35%
70-74%
45%
70-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wealthy School's ranking?
Wealthy School is ranked #160 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wealthy School often compared to?
Wealthy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside School, Breton Downs School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wealthy School?
466 students attend Wealthy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wealthy School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wealthy School?
Wealthy School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wealthy School offer ?
Wealthy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wealthy School part of?
Wealthy School is part of East Grand Rapids School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 64% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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