Highlands School

4645 Chandy Dr Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 412 students in grades 5-6, Highlands School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Highlands School's student population of 412 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings

Highlands School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1556 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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33%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Highlands School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
42%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Highlands School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40-44%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Highlands School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
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3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Highlands School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Hispanic
10%
9%
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Black
7%
18%
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White
72%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.46
This chart displays the diversity score of Highlands School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Highlands School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Highlands School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Highlands School's ranking?
Highlands School is ranked #1556 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Highlands School often compared to?
Highlands Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knapp Charter Academy, Chandler Woods Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Highlands School?
412 students attend Highlands School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Highlands School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands School?
Highlands School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highlands School offer ?
Highlands School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands School part of?
Highlands School is part of Northview School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands School located?
Highlands School is located in the Northview neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Northview.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 412 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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