Serving 494 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 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Grand Rapids, MI, encompassing approximately 43.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 3.8 miles and the furthest edge located 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy's student population of 494 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Grand Rapids University Preparatory 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 University Preparatory Academy is 0.60, which is more 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
#2602 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 University Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy is ranked #2602 out of 3,025 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% 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 81.8%.
How many students attend Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy?
494 students attend Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy?
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy offer ?
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy part of?
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy is part of Grand Rapids 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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