Serving 449 students in grades 6-12, Grand Rapids University Preparatory 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy 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 University Preparatory Academy is 0.59, 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
#2778 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
9%
Black
43%
18%
White
3%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 University Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy is ranked #2778 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy?
449 students attend Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy?
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy offer ?
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy part of?
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy located?
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy is located in the SECA neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in SECA.
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