Average
#2070 of 3,192 schools in MI
Townline Elementary
Elementary School · Kentwood Public Schools
100 60TH ST SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,070 of 3,192
In Grand Rapids
#80 of 126
public schools
In district
#11 of 16
Kentwood Public Schools
Equity
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Townline Elementary
Townline Elementary is a public elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI, part of Kentwood Public Schools. Townline Elementary serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Townline Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,070 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Townline Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Townline Elementary 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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Townline Elementary — Students at Townline Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 4.4/10.
How Townline Elementary Compares
See how Townline Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 60TH ST SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Townline Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Countryside Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Byron Center), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bowen Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meadowlawn Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,218
Median Home Value
$149,500
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
35,119
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur Eddy Academy Saginaw, MI | 5.7 |
| Birchview School Ishpeming, MI | 5.7 |
| Elliott Elementary School Holt, MI | 5.7 |
| Flushing Early Childhood Center Flushing, MI | 5.7 |
| GRAND HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Haven, MI | 5.7 |
| HOLY REDEEMER GRADE SCHOOL Detroit, MI | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Townline Elementary
What grades does Townline Elementary serve?
Townline Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Townline Elementary?
Townline Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Townline Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Townline Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Townline Elementary rank in MI?
Townline Elementary ranks #2,070 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Townline Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Townline Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Townline Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Townline Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Townline Elementary a charter school?
No, Townline Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Townline Elementary a Title I school?
No, Townline Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Townline Elementary?
82.4% of students at Townline Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.5%
- Phone
- (616) 538-4120
Resources & Links
District
Kentwood Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 9,422
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,114
- District Rank
- #11 of 16
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