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Very Good

#590 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 19% in state

Peach Plains School

Elementary School · Grand Haven Area Public Schools

15849 COMSTOCK ST, Grand Haven, MI 49417

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#590 of 3,192

In Grand Haven

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#5 of 12

Grand Haven Area Public Schools

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Peach Plains School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Grand Haven · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Peach Plains School

Peach Plains School is a public elementary school in Grand Haven, MI, part of Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Peach Plains School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Peach Plains School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #590 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Peach Plains School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Peach Plains 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+14 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28.5 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,352
Chronic Absenteeism51.1%

Peach Plains School — Students at Peach Plains School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
39.5% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 79.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 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
98%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
55.8%
ELA
70.6%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Peach Plains School Compares

See how Peach Plains School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
82th percentile in MI
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

Location

15849 COMSTOCK ST, Grand Haven, MI 49417

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peach Plains School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jeffers Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rosy Mound School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grand Haven, see our Grand Haven schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Grand Haven Cyber School Grand Haven 1.4 mi 7.2
Griffin Elementary School Grand Haven 1.4 mi 7.2
White Pines Intermediate School Grand Haven 1.5 mi 7.2
Spring Lake Middle School Spring Lake 2.3 mi 8.6
Spring Lake Intermediate School Spring Lake 2.4 mi 8.8
Holmes Elementary School Spring Lake 2.5 mi 9.5
GRAND HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Haven 2.1 mi 5.7
Spring Lake Alternative Education Spring Lake 2.2 mi
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Spring Lake 2.7 mi 6.6
LITTLE LAKERS LEARNING CENTER Spring Lake 2.7 mi
Rosy Mound School Grand Haven 2.1 mi 8.6
Ferry School Grand Haven 2.2 mi 7.2
Grand Haven High School Grand Haven 2.4 mi 6.8
Spring Lake High School Spring Lake 2.3 mi 8.5
Jeffers Elementary School Spring Lake 2.4 mi 9.5
Lakeshore Middle School Grand Haven 2.4 mi 8.2
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Grand Haven 2.4 mi 5.9
Career Development School Grand Haven 2.6 mi
Central High School Grand Haven 2.6 mi 6.8
Mary A White School Grand Haven 2.6 mi 7.2

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

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Bowen Elementary Grand Rapids, MI 7.6
Ellis Elementary School Belding, MI 7.6
Emma Murphy Elementary School Metamora, MI 7.6
Ferry Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 7.6
Frankfort Elementary School Frankfort, MI 7.6
Garvey Academy Detroit, MI 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peach Plains School

What grades does Peach Plains School serve?

Peach Plains School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Peach Plains School?

Peach Plains School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peach Plains School?

The student-teacher ratio at Peach Plains School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peach Plains School rank in MI?

Peach Plains School ranks #590 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Peach Plains School's MySchoolScout rating?

Peach Plains School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Peach Plains School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peach Plains School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Peach Plains School a charter school?

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

Is Peach Plains School a Title I school?

No, Peach Plains School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Peach Plains School?

23.8% of students at Peach Plains 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Ottawa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

District

Grand Haven Area Public Schools
District Enrollment
5,306
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,352
District Rank
#5 of 12

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