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Best Elementary Schools in grand rapids, MI
(2026 List)

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Grand Rapids Public Schools serves approximately 9,800 elementary students across 39 schools in 2024–25, with a 17:1 student–teacher ratio and 79% minority enrollment—well above the Michigan average.Academic performance trails state averages: just 14–17% math proficiency versus 34%, and 24–28% reading proficiency versus 44–46% .To address persistent gaps, GRPS launched a bold regional literacy action plan, uniting business leaders, universities, and districts to raise third-grade reading by 5% annually over three years. Community literacy programs—like the “One Book, One City” initiative—support engagement citywide.East Grand Rapids School District offers a stark contrast: its elementary schools average 65% math and 77% reading proficiency, ranking in Michigan’s top 5% and serving as a replicable success model.Through collaboration, data-driven interventions, and community investment, Grand Rapids is laying groundwork for more equitable and high-impact elementary education.