Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary 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 35% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1165 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
66%
64%
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
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School is ranked #1165 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Congress Elementary School, Collins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School?
448 students attend Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School offer ?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School part of?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School located?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary School is located in the Westside Connection neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 7 other public schools located in Westside Connection.
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