Coit Creative Arts Academy

242 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Coit Arts Academy, located in the heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan, serves as a unique K-5 elementary school within the Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) district. As a dedicated arts-integrated institution, the school distinguishes itself by weaving artistic expression into its core academic curriculum. Students at Coit engage in specialized instruction in dance, music, theater, and visual arts, which are designed to enhance critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity across all subject areas.

Beyond its arts-focused mission, Coit Arts Academy acts as a vital community hub in the historic Coit Avenue neighborhood. The school prioritizes a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages students to find their voice and build confidence through performance and creative projects. By balancing rigorous academic standards with robust opportunities for self-expression, the academy aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to succeed both in the classroom and in their future endeavors.

242

Total Students

20.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

72.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Coit Creative Arts Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	83
Hispanic	41
Black	87
Two or More	29
American Indian	2

Black
87 (36.0 %)
White
83 (34.3 %)
Hispanic
41 (16.9 %)
Two or More
29 (12.0 %)
American Indian
2 (0.8 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Grand Rapids Public Schools
Phone:	(616)819-2390
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	242
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	168
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	8

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 43

Grade 1 44

Grade 2 39

Grade 3 42

Grade 4 42

Grade 5 32

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Coit Creative Arts Academy
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	43
Grade 1	44
Grade 2	39
Grade 3	42
Grade 4	42
Grade 5	32

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Coit Creative Arts Academy
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	120	49.6%
Male	122	50.4%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)