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#2507 of 3,192 schools in MI
Attwood School
Elementary School · Lansing Public School District
915 ATTWOOD DR, Lansing, MI 48911
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,507 of 3,192
In Lansing
#21 of 37
public schools
In district
#12 of 23
Lansing Public School District
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Attwood School
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About Attwood School
Attwood School is a public elementary school in Lansing, MI, part of Lansing Public School District. Attwood School serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Attwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,507 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Attwood School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Attwood School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Attwood School runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Attwood School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Attwood School — Students at Attwood School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Attwood School Compares
See how Attwood School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
915 ATTWOOD DR, Lansing, MI 48911
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Attwood School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cavanaugh School (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gardner International School (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lansing, see our Lansing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gardner International School Lansing | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| North School Lansing | 0.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Cavanaugh School Lansing | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Everett High School Lansing | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Lansing Learning Hub Lansing | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Capital Area K12 Online Lansing | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Ingham AcademyFamily Center Lansing | 1.5 mi | — |
| Ingham County Youth Center Lansing | 1.2 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY Lansing | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Lansing Charter Academy Lansing | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| CAPITOL CITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Holt | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Horizon Elementary School Holt | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Wexford Montessori Magnet School Lansing | 1.7 mi | 2.2 |
| Washington Woods Middle School Holt | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Lyons School Lansing | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Dwight Rich School of the Arts Lansing | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Holt Senior High School Holt | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Cole Academy Lansing | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Forrest G Averill School Lansing | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| LANSING BAPTIST SCHOOL Lansing | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,882
Median Home Value
$136,900
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
40,407
College Educated
25.8%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ballard Elementary School Niles, MI | 5.0 |
| Belle River Elementary School Marine City, MI | 5.0 |
| Blair Moody Elementary School Taylor, MI | 5.0 |
| Cedar View Elementary School Cedar Springs, MI | 5.0 |
| Centreville Elementary School Centreville, MI | 5.0 |
| Columbia Elementary School Brooklyn, MI | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Attwood School
What grades does Attwood School serve?
Attwood School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Attwood School?
Attwood School has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Attwood School?
The student-teacher ratio at Attwood School is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Attwood School rank in MI?
Attwood School ranks #2,507 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Attwood School's MySchoolScout rating?
Attwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Attwood School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Attwood School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Attwood School a charter school?
No, Attwood School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Attwood School a Title I school?
No, Attwood School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Attwood School?
90.9% of students at Attwood School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 462
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.0%
- Phone
- (517) 755-1210
Resources & Links
District
Lansing Public School District- District Enrollment
- 10,194
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,503
- District Rank
- #12 of 23
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