Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Crest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Crest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Cedar Crest Elementary School's student population of 302 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cedar Crest 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 Cedar Crest Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#325 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Crest Elementary School is ranked #325 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cedar Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Hills Elementary School, Central Montcalm Elementary School, Baldwin Heights School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cedar Crest Elementary School?
302 students attend Cedar Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cedar Crest Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Crest Elementary School?
Cedar Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cedar Crest Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cedar Crest Elementary School part of?
Cedar Crest Elementary School is part of Greenville School District.
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