Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Grand Rapids Montessori Academy 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Rapids Montessori Public School serves a central area within its district in Grand Rapids, MI, encompassing approximately 1.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy 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 Grand Rapids Montessori Academy 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
#1703 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥80%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Rapids Montessori Academy's ranking?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy is ranked #1703 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grand Rapids Montessori Academy often compared to?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Innovation Central High School, West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Rapids Montessori Academy?
The graduation rate of Grand Rapids Montessori Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Grand Rapids Montessori Academy?
297 students attend Grand Rapids Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Grand Rapids Montessori Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Rapids Montessori Academy?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grand Rapids Montessori Academy offer ?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Rapids Montessori Academy part of?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand Rapids Montessori Academy located?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy 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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