Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadowlawn Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meadowlawn Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Meadowlawn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowlawn Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1703 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
19%
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
32%
18%
White
17%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
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 Meadowlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Meadowlawn Elementary School is ranked #1703 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Meadowlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Meadowlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Townline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Meadowlawn Elementary School?
339 students attend Meadowlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Meadowlawn Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadowlawn Elementary School?
Meadowlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meadowlawn Elementary School offer ?
Meadowlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meadowlawn Elementary School part of?
Meadowlawn Elementary School is part of Kentwood School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadowlawn Elementary School located?
Meadowlawn Elementary School is located in the Mapleview neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Mapleview.
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