What types of schools are available in Grand Rapids, Michigan?

Grand Rapids, Michigan offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Q: How many schools are in Grand Rapids, Michigan?

There are 128 schools in Grand Rapids, Michigan, serving 49,532 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Grand Rapids?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Grand Rapids, Michigan, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 128 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

128

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

49,532

Total Students

Across Grand Rapids

18.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

128 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,078 students at Northview High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 3:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Northview High School

publichighGrade 9-12

4451 Hunsberger Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

860 Crahen Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Kent Education Centerbeltline

publichighGrade 9-12

1606 Leffingwell Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Kent Isd Deaf And Hard Of Hearing

publichighPK-12

4300 Costa Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Kent Education Centeroakleigh

publicmiddleK-8

2223 Gordon St Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Lincoln Developmental Center

publichighK-12

862 Crahen Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

225 Mayfield Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Gerald Dawkins Academy

publicelementaryK-5

1050 Fisk St Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49507

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, Michigan is home to 128 schools serving over 49,532 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Grand Rapids, Michigan?

There are 128 schools in Grand Rapids, serving 49,532 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Grand Rapids?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Grand Rapids include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Grand Rapids?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Grand Rapids is 18.3:1.

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