Serving 641 students in grades 9-12, Innovation Central High School ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Innovation Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Innovation Central High School's student population of 641 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Innovation Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Innovation Central High School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2585 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
53%
9%
Black
36%
18%
White
6%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Central High School's ranking?
Innovation Central High School is ranked #2585 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Innovation Central High School often compared to?
Innovation Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Rapids Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Innovation Central High School?
The graduation rate of Innovation Central High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Innovation Central High School?
641 students attend Innovation Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Innovation Central High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Innovation Central High School?
Innovation Central High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Innovation Central High School offer ?
Innovation Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Innovation Central High School part of?
Innovation Central High School is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
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