Godwin Heights Learning Center

3529 Division Ave S
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 97 students in grades 9-12, Godwin Heights Learning Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 49:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 97 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 49:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Godwin Heights Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Godwin Heights Learning Center's student population of 97 students has grown by 155% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
97 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
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School Rankings

Godwin Heights Learning Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Godwin Heights Learning Center is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
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<50%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Godwin Heights Learning Center and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
<50%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Godwin Heights Learning Center and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
49:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
49%
9%
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Black
32%
18%
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White
11%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of Godwin Heights Learning Center and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
≤10%
81%
This chart displays graduation rate of Godwin Heights Learning Center and public school graduation rate of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Godwin Heights Learning Center's ranking?
Godwin Heights Learning Center is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Godwin Heights Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Godwin Heights Learning Center is 10%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Godwin Heights Learning Center?
97 students attend Godwin Heights Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Godwin Heights Learning Center students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Godwin Heights Learning Center?
Godwin Heights Learning Center has a student ration of 49:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Godwin Heights Learning Center offer ?
Godwin Heights Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Godwin Heights Learning Center part of?
Godwin Heights Learning Center is part of Godwin Heights School District.
In what neighborhood is Godwin Heights Learning Center located?
Godwin Heights Learning Center is located in the Godwin Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Godwin Heights.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 97 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 49:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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