Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-2, West Kelloggsville 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Kelloggsville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Kelloggsville School's student population of 251 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Kelloggsville School is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
46%
9%
Black
18%
18%
White
22%
64%
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
80%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend West Kelloggsville School?
251 students attend West Kelloggsville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of West Kelloggsville School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Kelloggsville School?
West Kelloggsville School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Kelloggsville School offer ?
West Kelloggsville School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Kelloggsville School part of?
West Kelloggsville School is part of Kelloggsville School District.
In what neighborhood is West Kelloggsville School located?
West Kelloggsville School is located in the Kelloggsville neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Kelloggsville.
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