Serving 192 students in grades 7-12, Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh's student population of 192 students has grown by 115% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1791 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
28%
18%
White
41%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh's ranking?
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh is ranked #1791 out of 2,925 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh?
The graduation rate of Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh?
192 students attend Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh students are White, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh?
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh offer ?
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh part of?
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
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