Serving 682 students in grades 6-8, Crestwood Middle 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 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crestwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crestwood Middle School's student population of 682 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crestwood Middle 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 Crestwood Middle School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1405 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
3%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
35%
18%
White
26%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 Crestwood Middle School's ranking?
Crestwood Middle School is ranked #1405 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Crestwood Middle School often compared to?
Crestwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Middle School, Valleywood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Middle School?
682 students attend Crestwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Crestwood Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crestwood Middle School?
Crestwood Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crestwood Middle School offer ?
Crestwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Crestwood Middle School part of?
Crestwood Middle School is part of Kentwood School District.
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