Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilkey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilkey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gilkey Elementary School's student population of 439 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
90 acres
School Rankings
Gilkey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilkey Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#573 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Plainwell Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Geckos
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilkey Elementary School's ranking?
Gilkey Elementary School is ranked #573 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gilkey Elementary School often compared to?
Gilkey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Gilkey Elementary School?
439 students attend Gilkey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Gilkey Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilkey Elementary School?
Gilkey Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gilkey Elementary School offer ?
Gilkey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gilkey Elementary School part of?
Gilkey Elementary School is part of Plainwell Community Schools.
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