GRIFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Griffin Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Grand Haven Area Public Schools school district, located in GRAND HAVEN, MI with about 340 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Griffin Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Griffin Elementary School is a public school located in Grand Haven, Michigan, serving students as part of the Grand Haven Area Public Schools (GHAPS) district. Situated on South Griffin Street, the school is known for fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its elementary-age students. As part of the wider GHAPS community, the school emphasizes a commitment to excellence, aiming to provide a rigorous curriculum while encouraging students to become engaged and responsible citizens.

The school benefits from being part of a district that prioritizes community involvement, technology integration, and personalized instruction. Griffin Elementary typically offers a range of extracurricular opportunities and support services designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. For parents and community members interested in the school’s specific mission, academic performance data, or current programs, the district’s official website at [www.ghaps.org](http://www.ghaps.org) serves as the primary resource for news, enrollment information, and school board updates.

For more information, contact Griffin Elementary School at (616) 850-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.