Knapp Forest Elementary School

4243 Knapp Valley Dr Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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10/
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Top 5%
Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Knapp Forest Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 520 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 5% in MI
  • : 76% (Top 5%)
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Knapp Forest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Knapp Forest Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
520 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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School Rankings

Knapp Forest Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knapp Forest Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#43 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
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76%
35%
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79%
45%
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70-74%
38%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
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Asian
7%
4%
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Hispanic
4%
9%
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White
84%
63%
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Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.29
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(22-23)
11.9%
33.3%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
45%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Knapp Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Knapp Forest Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Knapp Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Knapp Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Brook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Knapp Forest Elementary School?
520 students attend Knapp Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Knapp Forest Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knapp Forest Elementary School?
Knapp Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Knapp Forest Elementary School offer ?
Knapp Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knapp Forest Elementary School part of?
Knapp Forest Elementary School is part of Forest Hills School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 520 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 76% (Top 5%)
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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