Serving 925 students in grades 9-12, East Grand Rapids High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Grand Rapids High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Grand Rapids High School's student population of 925 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Grand Rapids High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Grand Rapids High School is 0.31, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#105 out of 2925 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Grand Rapids High School's ranking?
East Grand Rapids High School is ranked #105 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Grand Rapids High School?
The graduation rate of East Grand Rapids High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend East Grand Rapids High School?
925 students attend East Grand Rapids High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Grand Rapids High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Grand Rapids High School?
East Grand Rapids High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Grand Rapids High School offer ?
East Grand Rapids High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Grand Rapids High School part of?
East Grand Rapids High School is part of East Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is East Grand Rapids High School located?
East Grand Rapids High School is located in the Gaslight Village neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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