GIER PARK SCHOOL
Gier Park School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lansing Public School District school district, located in LANSING, MI with about 376 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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, Gier Park School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Gier Park School, located at 401 East Gier St in Lansing, Michigan, is a foundational part of the Lansing School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school is dedicated to providing a supportive and structured learning environment for its students, emphasizing the development of core academic skills while fostering social and emotional growth. The school aims to serve the local community by creating an inclusive space where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and participate in a variety of educational activities designed to prepare them for future academic success.
Beyond its standard curriculum, Gier Park School is integrated into the broader Lansing School District network, which prioritizes equitable access to resources and the implementation of district-wide educational standards. Families and community members can stay updated on the school’s initiatives, calendar, and educational resources through the district’s official website at [www.lansingschools.net](http://www.lansingschools.net). The school serves as a central hub for the families of North Lansing, striving to maintain a strong partnership between educators, parents, and students to ensure a positive and consistent school experience.
For more information, contact Gier Park School at (517) 755-1360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
LANSING, MI 48906-4137
(517) 755-1360
http://www.lansingschools.net
GIER PARK SCHOOL is a public Title I school in LANSING, MI with about 376 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Lansing Public School District
- Total Students:
- 376
- Teachers:
- 21.4
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 376 students
- White
- 37.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 32.4%
- Two or more races
- 14.6%
- Black or African American
- 14.1%
- Asian
- 1.3%
- Female
- 50.5%
- Male
- 49.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.