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Edgewood Elementary School

Elementary School · Fruitport Community Schools

3255 PONTALUNA RD, Fruitport, MI 49415

Enrollment

589

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,118 of 3,192

In Fruitport

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Fruitport Community Schools

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Edgewood Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Fruitport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Edgewood Elementary School

Edgewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fruitport, MI, part of Fruitport Community Schools. Edgewood Elementary School serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,118 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Edgewood Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,928
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Edgewood Elementary School — Students at Edgewood Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
23%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
28.7%
ELA
40.3%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Edgewood Elementary School Compares

See how Edgewood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in MI
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Location

3255 PONTALUNA RD, Fruitport, MI 49415

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edgewood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jeffers Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake Hills Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fruitport, see our Fruitport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Fruitport Alternative High School Fruitport 0.1 mi
Fruitport Adult Education Fruitport 0.1 mi
Fruitport High School Fruitport 0.1 mi 6.9
Fruitport Middle School Fruitport 0.3 mi 5.7
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Fruitport 0.9 mi 7.8
Shettler School Muskegon 3.5 mi 7.8
LITTLE LAKERS LEARNING CENTER Spring Lake 3.9 mi
Beach Elementary School Muskegon 4.0 mi 7.9
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Spring Lake 4.1 mi 6.6
Holmes Elementary School Spring Lake 4.2 mi 9.5
Spring Lake Intermediate School Spring Lake 4.3 mi 8.8
Spring Lake Middle School Spring Lake 4.4 mi 8.6
West MI Academy of Arts and Academics Spring Lake 4.1 mi 5.9
Spring Lake High School Spring Lake 4.8 mi 8.5
Walden Green Montessori Spring Lake 4.1 mi 6.2
Spring Lake Alternative Education Spring Lake 5.0 mi
Jeffers Elementary School Spring Lake 5.0 mi 9.5
WESTERN MICHIGAN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Norton Shores 4.1 mi 6.9
Lake Hills Elementary School Spring Lake 4.4 mi 8.7
Ferry School Grand Haven 5.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49415 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,140

Median Home Value

$230,600

Median Rent

$1,113/mo

Population

6,296

College Educated

23%

Homeownership

96.4%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

45.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edgewood Elementary School

What grades does Edgewood Elementary School serve?

Edgewood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Edgewood Elementary School?

Edgewood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edgewood Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edgewood Elementary School rank in MI?

Edgewood Elementary School ranks #2,118 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Edgewood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edgewood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Edgewood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgewood Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Edgewood Elementary School a charter school?

No, Edgewood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edgewood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Edgewood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edgewood Elementary School?

57.2% of students at Edgewood 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Muskegon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

District

Fruitport Community Schools
District Enrollment
2,648
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,928
District Rank
#5 of 5

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