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Southwood Elementary School

630 66th St Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
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Top 50%
Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Southwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 301 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Southwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Southwood Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Rankings

Southwood 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 Southwood Elementary School is 0.72, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1440 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
34%
40-44%
45%
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
23%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
43%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
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 is Southwood Elementary School's ranking?
Southwood Elementary School is ranked #1440 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Southwood Elementary School?
301 students attend Southwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Southwood Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southwood Elementary School?
Southwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southwood Elementary School offer ?
Southwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southwood Elementary School part of?
Southwood Elementary School is part of Kentwood School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 301 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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