Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Greenfield Elementary 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenfield Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Greenfield Elementary 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 Greenfield Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#420 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
27%
18%
White
58%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Greenfield Elementary School's ranking?
Greenfield Elementary School is ranked #420 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Greenfield Elementary School often compared to?
Greenfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Greenfield Elementary School?
239 students attend Greenfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Greenfield Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenfield Elementary School?
Greenfield Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenfield Elementary School offer ?
Greenfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenfield Elementary School part of?
Greenfield Elementary School is part of Birmingham School District.
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