Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stocking Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 6-9% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 15-19% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Stocking Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#2751 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
38%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
19%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stocking Elementary School's ranking?
Stocking Elementary School is ranked #2751 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Stocking Elementary School?
161 students attend Stocking Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Stocking Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stocking Elementary School?
Stocking Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stocking Elementary School offer ?
Stocking Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stocking Elementary School part of?
Stocking Elementary School is part of Grand Rapids 51±¬ÁÏs.
In what neighborhood is Stocking Elementary School located?
Stocking Elementary School is located in the West Grand neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in West Grand.
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