Willow Ridge Elementary School

12840 Nixon Rd
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Willow Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 534 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Willow Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Willow Ridge Elementary School's student population of 534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

School Rankings

Willow Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Ridge Elementary School is 0.46, 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)
#456 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
55-59%
34%
55-59%
45%
(20-21)
40-49%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.46
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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 Willow Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Ridge Elementary School is ranked #456 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Willow Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delta Center Elementary School, Wacousta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Willow Ridge Elementary School?
534 students attend Willow Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Willow Ridge Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Ridge Elementary School?
Willow Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willow Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Willow Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willow Ridge Elementary School part of?
Willow Ridge Elementary School is part of Grand Ledge School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 534 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • : 40-49%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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