Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Hope Academy Of West Michigan 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Academy Of West Michigan ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hope Academy Of West Michigan's student population of 314 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope Academy Of West Michigan 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 Hope Academy Of West Michigan is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2799 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
84%
9%
Black
15%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Academy Of West Michigan's ranking?
Hope Academy Of West Michigan is ranked #2799 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hope Academy Of West Michigan often compared to?
Hope Academy Of West Michiganis often viewed alongside schools like Creative Technologies Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hope Academy Of West Michigan?
The graduation rate of Hope Academy Of West Michigan is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hope Academy Of West Michigan?
314 students attend Hope Academy Of West Michigan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hope Academy Of West Michigan students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Academy Of West Michigan?
Hope Academy Of West Michigan has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hope Academy Of West Michigan offer ?
Hope Academy Of West Michigan offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope Academy Of West Michigan part of?
Hope Academy Of West Michigan is part of HOPE Academy Of West Michigan School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope Academy Of West Michigan located?
Hope Academy Of West Michigan is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
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