GRAND RIVER PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL

Grand River Preparatory High School is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Grand River Preparatory High School school district, located in Grand Rapids, MI with about 644 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Grand River Preparatory High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Grand River Preparatory High School, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the National Heritage Academies network, the school operates with a focus on academic rigor and character development, aiming to prepare its student body for success in college and beyond. The school emphasizes a structured learning environment, utilizing a consistent curriculum designed to challenge students while providing the necessary support to bridge gaps in learning.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Grand River Prep places a strong emphasis on fostering a positive school culture centered on "Moral Focus" virtues. This approach seeks to develop the character of students alongside their intellectual growth, encouraging traits like respect, responsibility, and perseverance. By combining a college-preparatory academic track with extracurricular opportunities and a dedicated commitment to moral character, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute meaningfully to their communities.

For more information, contact Grand River Preparatory High School at (616) 261-1800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

650 52nd St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49548-5837
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GRAND RIVER PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in Grand Rapids, MI with about 644 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Grand Valley State University
Total Students:
644
Teachers:
34.02
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 644 students

Hispanic/Latino
36.2%
Black or African American
27.3%
White
24.4%
Two or more races
7.1%
Asian
4.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
51.6%
Male
48.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.