Serving 889 students in grades 2-5, Allendale 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 is 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allendale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Allendale Elementary School's student population of 889 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
889 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Allendale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allendale Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2483 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Allendale Elementary School's ranking?
Allendale Elementary School is ranked #2483 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Allendale Elementary School often compared to?
Allendale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gompers Elementarymiddle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Allendale Elementary School?
889 students attend Allendale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Allendale Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allendale Elementary School?
Allendale Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Allendale Elementary School offer ?
Allendale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Allendale Elementary School part of?
Allendale Elementary School is part of Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools School District.
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