Serving 634 students in grades 9-12, Grand River Preparatory High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand River Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Grand River Preparatory High School's student population of 634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Grand River Preparatory High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand River Preparatory High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1357 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
46%
9%
Black
23%
18%
White
20%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand River Preparatory High School's ranking?
Grand River Preparatory High School is ranked #1357 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grand River Preparatory High School often compared to?
Grand River Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caledonia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand River Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Grand River Preparatory High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Grand River Preparatory High School?
634 students attend Grand River Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Grand River Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand River Preparatory High School?
Grand River Preparatory High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand River Preparatory High School offer ?
Grand River Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand River Preparatory High School part of?
Grand River Preparatory High School is part of Grand River Preparatory High School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand River Preparatory High School located?
Grand River Preparatory High School is located in the Kelloggsville neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Kelloggsville.
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