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Forest Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hudsonville, Michigan, serving 263 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Hudsonville Public School District, which is ranked 23rd out of 610 districts in the state and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Forest Grove Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Michigan, with a statewide ranking of 12th out of 1,486 schools in the 2023-2024 school year. The school's students demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, with proficiency rates significantly higher than the state and district averages across various subjects and grade levels. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, 83.3% of 3rd-grade students, 85.7% of 4th-grade students, and 81.6% of 5th-grade students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 39.6%, 43.3%, and 44% at the state level, respectively. This strong academic performance has been sustained over the years, with Forest Grove Elementary ranking among the top 5% of Michigan elementary schools for multiple consecutive years.
While the student population at Forest Grove Elementary is predominantly White (85.93%), the school has a more diverse racial makeup compared to some nearby schools, with notable percentages of Hispanic (7.22%) and Asian (2.28%) students. Additionally, the school's ability to support the academic success of its low-socioeconomic status (SES) students, who have consistently ranked among the top 1% of Michigan elementary schools in this subgroup, is a testament to the school's commitment to equity and inclusive practices. The school's per-student expenditure of $14,932 in the 2022-2023 school year, which is higher than the state average, may contribute to its ability to provide a well-rounded educational experience.
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