Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glencairn 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glencairn School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glencairn School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glencairn 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 Glencairn School is 0.52, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#347 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glencairn School's ranking?
Glencairn School is ranked #347 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Glencairn School often compared to?
Glencairn Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert L Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Glencairn School?
296 students attend Glencairn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Glencairn School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glencairn School?
Glencairn School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glencairn School offer ?
Glencairn School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Glencairn School part of?
Glencairn School is part of East Lansing School District.
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