Serving 272 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Gier Park School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 72% 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: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gier Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gier Park School's student population of 272 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gier Park School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gier Park School is 0.75, 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
#2756 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
28%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gier Park School's ranking?
Gier Park School is ranked #2756 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gier Park School often compared to?
Gier Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Post Oak School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gier Park School?
272 students attend Gier Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Gier Park School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 21% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gier Park School?
Gier Park School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gier Park School offer ?
Gier Park School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Gier Park School part of?
Gier Park School is part of Lansing Public School District.
School Reviews
5 3/31/2021
I'm in 8th grade now but when i went to this school. They had great teachers and staff. The principle is also really nice as well. I remember this one special education teacher and she was amazing. idk if she still works there but her name what Ms. Monahan idk if that's how you spell it but if I spelled it wrong than sorry about that but like I said this school is amazing and as an 8th grader I recommend it.
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