Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gerald R Ford Academic Center 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 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Gerald R. Ford Academic Center serves the south part of Grand Rapids, MI, covering an area of approximately 0.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 0.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gerald R Ford Academic Center's student population of 213 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
College is important.
School Rankings
Gerald R Ford Academic Center 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 Gerald R Ford Academic Center is 0.54, which is less 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)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
45%
9%
Black
51%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gerald R Ford Academic Center's ranking?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center is ranked #2455 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gerald R Ford Academic Center often compared to?
Gerald R Ford Academic Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Wealthy 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).
How many students attend Gerald R Ford Academic Center?
213 students attend Gerald R Ford Academic Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Gerald R Ford Academic Center students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gerald R Ford Academic Center?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gerald R Ford Academic Center offer ?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gerald R Ford Academic Center part of?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Gerald R Ford Academic Center located?
Gerald R Ford Academic Center is located in the SECA neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in SECA.
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