Explorer Elementary

www.kentwoodps.org

556 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Explorer Elementary is a public school located in Caledonia, Michigan, and operates as part of the Kentwood Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school focuses on providing a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while preparing students for success in the middle school years, often incorporating resources and instructional strategies consistent with the broader Kentwood district’s commitment to equity and excellence.

The school is well-regarded for its community-oriented approach, fostering strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. Through its website, Kentwood Public Schools highlights the institution's dedication to creating a safe and engaging atmosphere where students can explore their interests and build foundational skills. As part of a larger district known for its significant diversity, Explorer Elementary benefits from a culturally rich environment, aiming to equip its students with the collaborative skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly global society.

556

Total Students

33.6

Full-Time Teachers

16.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

55.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Explorer Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	188
Hispanic	78
Black	151
Asian	68
Two or More	68
American Indian	3

White
188 (33.8%)
Black
151 (27.2%)
Hispanic
78 (14.0%)
Asian
68 (12.2%)
Two or More
68 (12.2%)
American Indian
3 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Kentwood Public Schools
Phone:	(616)554-0302
Website:	http://www.kentwoodps.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	556
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	33.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	250
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	60

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 109

Grade 1 90

Grade 2 82

Grade 3 93

Grade 4 102

Grade 5 80