Excellent
#47 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 1% in state
Based on limited data
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Caledonia Community Schools
9751 DUNCAN LAKE AVE SE, Caledonia, MI 49316
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Caledonia. Learn more
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#47 of 3,192
In Caledonia
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Caledonia Community Schools
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Caledonia · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Caledonia, MI, part of Caledonia Community Schools. Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
What's said publicly about Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 64 students, Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
36% of students at Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center 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
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9751 DUNCAN LAKE AVE SE, Caledonia, MI 49316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Caledonia Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Paris Ridge Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dutton Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Caledonia, see our Caledonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Duncan Lake Middle School Caledonia | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Caledonia Elementary School Caledonia | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Kraft Meadows Intermediate School Caledonia | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Caledonia High School Caledonia | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Duncan Lake Transitions Program Caledonia | 0.8 mi | — |
| Emmons Lake Elementary School Caledonia | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Paris Ridge Elementary Caledonia | 3.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Dutton Elementary School Caledonia | 4.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Kettle Lake Elementary School Alto | 4.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Endeavor Elementary Grand Rapids | 5.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Middleville | 5.6 mi | 5.8 |
| DUTTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Caledonia | 5.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Thornapple Kellogg High School Middleville | 5.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Lee Elementary School Middleville | 5.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Page Elementary School Middleville | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
| McFall Elementary School Middleville | 5.9 mi | 6.1 |
| West Michigan Aviation Academy Grand Rapids | 6.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Explorer Elementary Caledonia | 5.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Discovery Elementary Grand Rapids | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SOUTH CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Byron Center | 5.7 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,548
Median Home Value
$338,800
Median Rent
$1,299/mo
Population
26,060
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
89.5%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NW Wayne Trainable Center Livonia, MI | 9.1 |
| Troy Early Childhood Troy, MI | 9.1 |
| Kent Education CenterOakleigh Grand Rapids, MI | 9.3 |
| PrePrimary Center at Carpenter Street School Midland, MI | 8.6 |
| TRINITAS CLASSICAL SCHOOL Grand Rapids, MI | 8.6 |
| SCHOOL HOUSE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Canton, MI | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center
What grades does Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center serve?
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center?
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center rank in MI?
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center ranks #47 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center?
17.2% of students at Duncan Lake Early Childhood Center 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
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 64
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.9%
- Phone
- (616) 891-6220
Resources & Links
District
Caledonia Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 4,628
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,665
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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