Northview High School

4451 Hunsberger Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,061 students in grades 9-12, Northview 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,061 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : 96% (Top 5% in MI)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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School Overview

Northview High School's student population of 1,061 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,061 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
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School Rankings

Northview High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northview High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#1248 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
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31%
36%
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56%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
9%
9%
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Black
7%
18%
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White
74%
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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0.44
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96%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northview High School's ranking?
Northview High School is ranked #1248 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northview High School?
The graduation rate of Northview High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northview High School?
1,061 students attend Northview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Northview High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northview High School?
Northview High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northview High School offer ?
Northview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northview High School part of?
Northview High School is part of Northview Public Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,061 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • : 96% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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