Very Good
#403 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 13% in state
Based on limited data
Red Cedar School
Elementary School · East Lansing School District
1110 NARCISSUS DR, East Lansing, MI 48823
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#403 of 3,192
In East Lansing
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
East Lansing School District
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Red Cedar School
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About Red Cedar School
Red Cedar School is a public elementary school in East Lansing, MI, part of East Lansing School District. Red Cedar School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Cedar School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #403 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Red Cedar School show 38% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Red Cedar School 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 9.6:1 students to teachers, Red Cedar School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
42% of students at Red Cedar 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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Red Cedar School — Students at Red Cedar School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
How Red Cedar School Compares
See how Red Cedar School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1110 NARCISSUS DR, East Lansing, MI 48823
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Cedar School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREATER LANSING ISLAMIC SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glencairn School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Whitehills Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Lansing, see our East Lansing schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREATER LANSING ISLAMIC SCHOOL East Lansing | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Glencairn School East Lansing | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Beekman Center Lansing | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Project SEARCH Mason | 1.4 mi | — |
| East Lansing High School East Lansing | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Forest View School Lansing | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS PARISH SCHOOL East Lansing | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Pattengill School Lansing | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Robert L Green Elementary East Lansing | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Ingham ISD ASD Programs Mason | 2.2 mi | — |
| Eastern High School Lansing | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MARTIN LUTHER HIGH SCHOOL Lansing | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Lansing | 1.9 mi | — |
| Whitehills Elementary School East Lansing | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Marble School East Lansing | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Great Lakes Learning Academy MSHS East Lansing | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS East Lansing | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Post Oak School Lansing | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MacDonald Middle School East Lansing | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| LANSING BAPTIST SCHOOL Lansing | 2.7 mi | — |
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 |
|---|---|
| Allendale Early Childhood Center Allendale, MI | 7.9 |
| Coopersville West Early Childhood Center Coopersville, MI | 7.9 |
| Duvall Elementary School Dearborn, MI | 7.9 |
| Forest Grove Elementary School Hudsonville, MI | 7.9 |
| HOLLAND CHRISTIAN ROSE PARK ELEMENTARY CHRISTIAN Holland, MI | 7.9 |
| Hemlock Elementary School Hemlock, MI | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Cedar School
What grades does Red Cedar School serve?
Red Cedar School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Red Cedar School?
Red Cedar School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Cedar School?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Cedar School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Cedar School rank in MI?
Red Cedar School ranks #403 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Red Cedar School's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Cedar School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Red Cedar School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Cedar School has 38% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Red Cedar School a charter school?
No, Red Cedar School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Cedar School a Title I school?
No, Red Cedar School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Cedar School?
44.8% of students at Red Cedar 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
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.2%
- Phone
- (517) 333-5060
Resources & Links
District
East Lansing School District- District Enrollment
- 3,713
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,739
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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