Alger School serves 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 90% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
283 students
Showing 1997–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 1997–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
9%
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Black
70%
18%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
10%
63%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1997–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
45%
Showing 1997–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Alger School?
283 students attend Alger School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Alger School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alger School?
Alger School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Alger School offer ?
Alger School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Alger School part of?
Alger School is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools.
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