Meadows School serves 12 students in grades 12.
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadows School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Meadows School's student population of 12 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
We Are The Future
Average Class Size
24 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Meadows School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
50%
18%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Meadows School?
12 students attend Meadows School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Meadows School students are Black, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadows School?
Meadows School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadows School offer ?
Meadows School offers enrollment in grades 12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadows School part of?
Meadows School is part of Avondale School District.
In what neighborhood is Meadows School located?
Meadows School is located in the Kensington Forest neighborhood of Rochester, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Kensington Forest.
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