Serving 98 students in grades 6-12, The Greenspire School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Greenspire School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Greenspire School's student population of 98 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The Greenspire School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Greenspire School is 0.30, 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
#1357 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- The Greenspire School is a Montessori-inspired, project-based and environmentall focused middle school located in the heart of the Grand Traverse Commons. Our campus features two beautiful buildings, a state-of-the-art greenhouse, a combined chicken coop and rabbit habitat, and a maple sugar shack. We abutt 580 acres of northern Michigan forest and parkland which feature miles of improved trails, a creek, artesian wells and more.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Greenspire School's ranking?
The Greenspire School is ranked #1357 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are The Greenspire School often compared to?
The Greenspire Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend The Greenspire School?
98 students attend The Greenspire School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of The Greenspire School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Greenspire School?
The Greenspire School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Greenspire School offer ?
The Greenspire School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Greenspire School part of?
The Greenspire School is part of The Greenspire School District.
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