Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center's student population of 287 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is 0.53, 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
#211 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
66%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center's ranking?
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is ranked #211 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center?
287 students attend Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center?
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center offer ?
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center part of?
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is part of Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center located?
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is located in the SECA neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in SECA.
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