Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Grandville West Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grandville West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Grandville West Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Grandville West Elementary 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 Grandville West Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#981 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)50-54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
66%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grandville West Elementary School's ranking?
Grandville West Elementary School is ranked #981 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grandville West Elementary School often compared to?
Grandville West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fife Lake Elementary School, Evergreen 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 35% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Grandville West Elementary School?
299 students attend Grandville West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Grandville West Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grandville West Elementary School?
Grandville West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grandville West Elementary School offer ?
Grandville West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grandville West Elementary School part of?
Grandville West Elementary School is part of Grandville School District.
In what neighborhood is Grandville West Elementary School located?
Grandville West Elementary School is located in the Wedgewood Park neighborhood of Grandville, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Wedgewood Park.
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