Serving 656 students in grades 9-12, Godwin Heights Senior 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 6-9% (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 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Godwin Heights Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles in Grand Rapids, MI. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Godwin Heights Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Godwin Heights Senior High School's student population of 656 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Godwin Heights Senior 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 Godwin Heights Senior High School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2576 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Fighting Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Godwin Heights Senior High School's ranking?
Godwin Heights Senior High School is ranked #2576 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% 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 Godwin Heights Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Godwin Heights Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Godwin Heights Senior High School?
656 students attend Godwin Heights Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Godwin Heights Senior High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Godwin Heights Senior High School?
Godwin Heights Senior High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Godwin Heights Senior High School offer ?
Godwin Heights Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Godwin Heights Senior High School part of?
Godwin Heights Senior High School is part of Godwin Heights School District.
In what neighborhood is Godwin Heights Senior High School located?
Godwin Heights Senior High School is located in the Godwin Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Godwin Heights.
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