Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wealthy School ranks in the top 5% 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 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wealthy 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
Wealthy School's student population of 462 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wealthy School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wealthy School is 0.32, 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
#149 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
82%
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
7%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wealthy School's ranking?
Wealthy School is ranked #149 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wealthy School often compared to?
Wealthy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside School, Breton Downs School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Wealthy School?
462 students attend Wealthy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wealthy School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wealthy School?
Wealthy School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wealthy School offer ?
Wealthy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wealthy School part of?
Wealthy School is part of East Grand Rapids School District.
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