Serving 30 students in grades 9-12, Grand Rapids Learning Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Rapids Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Grand Rapids Learning Center's student population of 30 students has declined by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Grand Rapids Learning Center is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
30%
9%
Black
40%
18%
White
20%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Rapids Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Grand Rapids Learning Center is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Grand Rapids Learning Center?
30 students attend Grand Rapids Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Grand Rapids Learning Center students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand Rapids Learning Center?
Grand Rapids Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand Rapids Learning Center offer ?
Grand Rapids Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Rapids Learning Center part of?
Grand Rapids Learning Center is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand Rapids Learning Center located?
Grand Rapids Learning Center is located in the Heritage Hill neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Heritage Hill.
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