Serving 309 students in grades 6-12, Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CA Frost Environmental Science Academy serves the northwest area of Grand Rapids, MI, covering approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School's student population of 309 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Care for the earth. Care for the community. Care for each other.
School Rankings
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2455 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
24%
18%
White
39%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School's ranking?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School is ranked #2455 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School often compared to?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenowa Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School?
The graduation rate of Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School?
309 students attend Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School offer ?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School part of?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School located?
Ca Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School is located in the Westside Connection neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 7 other public schools located in Westside Connection.
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