Innovation Central High School, founded in 1849 as Grand Rapids High School, is a public high school located at 421 Fountain Street NE in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The high school offers classes for grades 9–12. The school colors are Gold and Black, and the school mascot is the Ram.
Serving 386 students in grades 9-12, Innovation Central High School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Innovation Central High School's student population of 386 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1849
School Calendar
School Rankings
Innovation Central High School 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 Innovation Central High School is 0.64, 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
#2671 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
48%
9%
Black
35%
18%
White
10%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)82.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Central High School's ranking?
Innovation Central High School is ranked #2671 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Innovation Central High School often compared to?
Innovation Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Rapids Montessori 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Innovation Central High School?
The graduation rate of Innovation Central High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Innovation Central High School?
386 students attend Innovation Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Innovation Central High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Innovation Central High School?
Innovation Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Innovation Central High School offer ?
Innovation Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Innovation Central High School part of?
Innovation Central High School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Innovation Central High School located?
Innovation Central High School is located in the Heritage Hill neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Heritage Hill.
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