EAST LEONARD SCHOOL

East Leonard School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Grand Rapids Public Schools school district, located in GRAND RAPIDS, MI with about 178 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 13 teachers, East Leonard School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

East Leonard School is a public elementary school located in the Creston neighborhood of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Part of the Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) district, the school serves a diverse student population and is deeply rooted in its local community. The facility, situated on Barnett Street NE, operates with a focus on providing foundational academic instruction while fostering a supportive environment for young learners from kindergarten through fifth grade.

Like many schools within the GRPS system, East Leonard emphasizes holistic student development, aiming to integrate social-emotional learning alongside core curriculum subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. The school is known for its neighborhood-centric atmosphere, often serving as a hub for local families and participating in district-wide initiatives designed to improve student outcomes and close achievement gaps. With a commitment to inclusivity and academic growth, East Leonard strives to prepare its students for successful transitions into middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact East Leonard School at (616) 819-2525 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.