Very Good
#851 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 27% in state
Ferry School
Elementary School · Grand Haven Area Public Schools
1050 PENNOYER AVE, Grand Haven, MI 49417
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
227
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#851 of 3,192
In Grand Haven
#5 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 12
Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Ferry School
Ferry School is a public elementary school in Grand Haven, MI, part of Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Ferry School serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ferry School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #851 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Ferry School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Ferry 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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Ferry School — Students at Ferry School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 6.3/10.
How Ferry School Compares
See how Ferry School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1050 PENNOYER AVE, Grand Haven, MI 49417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ferry School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Hills Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rosy Mound School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Haven, see our Grand Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRAND HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Haven | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Career Development School Grand Haven | 0.5 mi | — |
| Central High School Grand Haven | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Lakeshore Middle School Grand Haven | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Grand Haven | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| White Pines Intermediate School Grand Haven | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Grand Haven Cyber School Grand Haven | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Griffin Elementary School Grand Haven | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Mary A White School Grand Haven | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| West MI Academy of Arts and Academics Spring Lake | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Spring Lake Middle School Spring Lake | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Spring Lake Intermediate School Spring Lake | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Walden Green Montessori Spring Lake | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Holmes Elementary School Spring Lake | 1.7 mi | 9.5 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Spring Lake | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Rosy Mound School Grand Haven | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| LITTLE LAKERS LEARNING CENTER Spring Lake | 2.1 mi | — |
| Peach Plains School Grand Haven | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Lake Hills Elementary School Spring Lake | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Grand Haven High School Grand Haven | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,476
Median Home Value
$287,800
Median Rent
$1,101/mo
Population
33,277
College Educated
37.6%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AkronFairgrove Elem School Akron, MI | 7.2 |
| Anderson Elementary School Bronson, MI | 7.2 |
| Bentheim Elementary School Hamilton, MI | 7.2 |
| Carstens ElementaryMiddle School Detroit, MI | 7.2 |
| Central Elementary School Petoskey, MI | 7.2 |
| Francois Maconce Elem School Ira, MI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ferry School
What grades does Ferry School serve?
Ferry School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Ferry School?
Ferry School has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ferry School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ferry School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ferry School rank in MI?
Ferry School ranks #851 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Ferry School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ferry School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Ferry School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ferry School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ferry School a charter school?
No, Ferry School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ferry School a Title I school?
No, Ferry School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ferry School?
56.8% of students at Ferry 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 227
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Ottawa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.1%
- Phone
- (616) 850-5300
Resources & Links
District
Grand Haven Area Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,306
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,352
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
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