Grandville Cummings Elementary School

Grandville Cummings Elementary serves around 380 students in grades K - 6, maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Cummings has about 23 teachers and staff, and makes every effort to be a community that supports every student. In terms of academic achievement, Cummings has students who are 50% proficient in reading and 42% proficient in mathematics; these levels of proficiency place them just below the state averages in both areas, but they are experiencing year-to-year growth. The student body is also diverse, with 65% identifying as White, 20% as Hispanic, 10% as Black, and 5% as Asian or multi-racial, representing a broad range of class backgrounds and parents looking for the best elementary schools in Michigan. Roughly 48% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch, indicating a wide socioeconomic span of students and opportunities for inclusive learning. Regarding housing in Grandville, families face median home prices around $315K - $330K.

The district has an online hub with resources for student devices, including handbooks and optional insurance information.

1. In what ways does Cummings Elementary recognize and support diverse learners? The school recognizes that every child learns differently and provides resources and differentiated learning plans to support each learner.

2. What enrichment programs are offered? Cummings provides enriching lessons through a variety of advanced opportunities and extra-curricular activities.

3. How does the school develop a sense of community? The school provides activities and events so that families can become involved with the school and the community.

4. What is the discipline approach that is implemented by the school? Cummings Elementary encourages a respectful school environment through positive behavioral interventions and supports.

5. In what ways does the school celebrate student success? Student success is celebrated by Cummings Elementary through appropriate awards, assemblies, and classroom celebrations.