Needs Improvement
#3049 of 3,192 schools in MI
Cesar E Chavez Elementary
Elementary School · Grand Rapids Public Schools
1205 Grandville Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,049 of 3,192
In Grand Rapids
#123 of 126
public schools
In district
#45 of 47
Grand Rapids Public Schools
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Cesar E Chavez Elementary
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About Cesar E Chavez Elementary
Cesar E Chavez Elementary is a public elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI, part of Grand Rapids Public Schools. Cesar E Chavez Elementary serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Cesar E Chavez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,049 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Cesar E Chavez Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Cesar E Chavez Elementary 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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Cesar E Chavez Elementary — Students at Cesar E Chavez Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Cesar E Chavez Elementary Compares
See how Cesar E Chavez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1205 Grandville Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cesar E Chavez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. POTTERS HOUSE ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gerald R Ford Academic Center (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GodfreyLee Early Childhood Ctr (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Wyoming), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,734
Median Home Value
$224,100
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
37,874
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
37.5%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
30.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cesar E Chavez Elementary
What grades does Cesar E Chavez Elementary serve?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cesar E Chavez Elementary?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cesar E Chavez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cesar E Chavez Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cesar E Chavez Elementary rank in MI?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary ranks #3,049 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Cesar E Chavez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cesar E Chavez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Cesar E Chavez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cesar E Chavez Elementary has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cesar E Chavez Elementary a charter school?
No, Cesar E Chavez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cesar E Chavez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cesar E Chavez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cesar E Chavez Elementary?
95.2% of students at Cesar E Chavez Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.8%
- Phone
- (616) 819-2560
Resources & Links
District
Grand Rapids Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 13,802
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,732
- District Rank
- #45 of 47
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