Summary:
Zip code 49512 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is served by a single elementary school, Endeavor Elementary, which educates students in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade within the Kentwood Public Schools district.
Endeavor Elementary is a school on a clear upward trajectory, making it a compelling choice for parents. Its state ranking has improved dramatically over the past three years, jumping from the 35th percentile to the 65th percentile, and it now holds a 3-star rating. This progress is reflected in test scores, with 5th-grade math proficiency nearly doubling in a single year. The school shows particular strength in upper-grade humanities; 4th and 5th-grade English Language Arts, 5th-grade Science, and especially 5th-grade Social Studies proficiency rates all exceed both district and state averages. For instance, Social Studies proficiency is nearly 13 percentage points higher than the state average. With an enrollment of 553 students and a student-teacher ratio of 17.1:1, the school also maintains a chronic absenteeism rate of 19.5%, which is significantly lower than both the district (25.6%) and state (27.9%) averages, suggesting a positive and engaging school climate.
While the school serves a predominantly low-income population, with nearly 69% of students eligible for free/reduced lunch, its students are achieving at levels that often meet or exceed state averages. The most notable area for improvement is 3rd-grade math, where proficiency (40.5%) sits slightly below the state average (42.9%), indicating a potential focus for early intervention. However, the school's success in upper grades suggests that once foundational skills are built, students thrive. Per-student spending is $15,573. For parents, Endeavor Elementary represents a school that is not only improving rapidly but also outperforming expectations, particularly in upper-elementary subjects, making it a standout option within the Kentwood Public Schools district.
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