Serving 520 students in grades 5-6, Northern Trails 56 School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Trails 5/6 School serves the western part of Grand Rapids, MI, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Trails 56 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Trails 56 School's student population of 520 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Trails 56 School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Trails 56 School is 0.53, which is less 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
#286 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Northern Trails 56 School's ranking?
Northern Trails 56 School is ranked #286 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Northern Trails 56 School often compared to?
Northern Trails 56 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Hills Middle School, Michigan Virtual Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Northern Trails 56 School?
520 students attend Northern Trails 56 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Northern Trails 56 School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Trails 56 School?
Northern Trails 56 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northern Trails 56 School offer ?
Northern Trails 56 School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Trails 56 School part of?
Northern Trails 56 School is part of Forest Hills School District.
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