Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Great Lakes 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 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Great Lakes Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Great Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Lakes Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1505 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
54%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
25%
63%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Great Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1505 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Great Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Great Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Great Lakes Elementary School?
426 students attend Great Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Great Lakes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Lakes Elementary School?
Great Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Great Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Great Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Lakes Elementary School part of?
Great Lakes Elementary School is part of West Ottawa Public School District.
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