Below Average
#2600 of 3,192 schools in MI
Donley Elementary School
Elementary School · East Lansing School District
2961 E LAKE LANSING RD, East Lansing, MI 48823
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,600 of 3,192
In East Lansing
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
East Lansing School District
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Donley Elementary School
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About Donley Elementary School
Donley Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Lansing, MI, part of East Lansing School District. Donley Elementary School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Donley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,600 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Donley Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 7.1
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Donley Elementary 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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Donley Elementary School — Students at Donley Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 4.0/10.
How Donley Elementary School Compares
See how Donley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2961 E LAKE LANSING RD, East Lansing, MI 48823
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Donley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREATER LANSING ISLAMIC SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Okemos Public MontessoriCentral (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Okemos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glencairn School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in East Lansing, see our East Lansing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MacDonald Middle School East Lansing | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Marble School East Lansing | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Whitehills Elementary School East Lansing | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS PARISH SCHOOL East Lansing | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Lansing | 1.3 mi | — |
| East Lansing High School East Lansing | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Project SEARCH Mason | 2.0 mi | — |
| Ingham ISD ASD Programs Mason | 1.8 mi | — |
| Robert L Green Elementary East Lansing | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Glencairn School East Lansing | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Great Lakes Learning Academy MSHS East Lansing | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS East Lansing | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Murphy Elementary School Haslett | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI RADMOOR SCHOOL Okemos | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| GREATER LANSING ISLAMIC SCHOOL East Lansing | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Red Cedar School East Lansing | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Cole Academy East East Lansing | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Okemos Public MontessoriCentral Okemos | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Post Oak School Lansing | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Haslett High School Haslett | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48823 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,837
Median Home Value
$261,100
Median Rent
$1,127/mo
Population
49,379
College Educated
63.8%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
31.8%
Median Age
24.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Colon Elementary School Colon, MI | 4.8 |
| Gladwin Intermediate School Gladwin, MI | 4.8 |
| Leonard Elementary School Ovid, MI | 4.8 |
| MacGregor Elementary School Bay City, MI | 4.8 |
| Mark Twain Elementary School Roseville, MI | 4.8 |
| OUR LADY OF GOOD COUNSEL SCHOOL Plymouth, MI | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Donley Elementary School
What grades does Donley Elementary School serve?
Donley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Donley Elementary School?
Donley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Donley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Donley Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Donley Elementary School rank in MI?
Donley Elementary School ranks #2,600 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Donley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Donley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Donley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Donley Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Donley Elementary School a charter school?
No, Donley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Donley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Donley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Donley Elementary School?
57.6% of students at Donley Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 276
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (517) 333-7370
Resources & Links
District
East Lansing School District- District Enrollment
- 3,713
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,739
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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