Northeastern Elementary School

2433 Gertrude St
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 215 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northeastern Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 215 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northeastern Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Northeastern Elementary School's student population of 215 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

School Rankings

Northeastern Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeastern Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#3016 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
34%
≤5%
45%
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
69%
18%
White
14%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northeastern Elementary School's ranking?
Northeastern Elementary School is ranked #3016 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Northeastern Elementary School often compared to?
Northeastern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Valley Center For Exploration by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Northeastern Elementary School?
215 students attend Northeastern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Northeastern Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northeastern Elementary School?
Northeastern Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northeastern Elementary School offer ?
Northeastern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeastern Elementary School part of?
Northeastern Elementary School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Northeastern Elementary School located?
Northeastern Elementary School is located in the Eastwood neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastwood.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 215 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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