Serving 144 students in grades 9-12, Nextech 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nextech High School's student population of 144 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
144 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nextech 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 Nextech High School is 0.70, 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
#2483 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
50-59%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Nextech High School District
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nextech High School's ranking?
Nextech High School is ranked #2483 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nextech High School?
The graduation rate of Nextech High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Nextech High School?
144 students attend Nextech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Nextech High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nextech High School?
Nextech High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Nextech High School offer ?
Nextech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nextech High School part of?
Nextech High School is part of Nextech High School District.
In what neighborhood is Nextech High School located?
Nextech High School is located in the West Grand neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in West Grand.
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