CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School

School Overview
C.A. Frost Environmental Science Academy, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a unique K-8 public school that distinguishes itself through a specialized curriculum centered on environmental science and hands-on, inquiry-based learning. As part of the Grand Rapids Public Schools district, the academy integrates traditional core subjects with outdoor education, utilizing its campus and the surrounding natural environment as "living laboratories." Students are encouraged to explore ecological concepts, sustainability, and wildlife biology, fostering a deep connection between classroom instruction and the physical world.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to project-based learning, where students often engage in collaborative assignments that require critical thinking and real-world problem solving. By prioritizing outdoor exploration, environmental stewardship, and interdisciplinary studies, C.A. Frost aims to cultivate a sense of curiosity and responsibility in its students. The academy’s focused mission provides a distinct educational experience for families in the Grand Rapids area who are looking for a program that emphasizes science-based exploration alongside standard academic benchmarks.
357
Total Students
16.9
Full-Time Teachers
21.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School
Demographic Student Count
White158
Hispanic90
Black62
Asian3
Two or More39
American Indian3
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    158 (44.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    90 (25.2 %)
  • Black
    62 (17.4 %)
  • Two or More
    39 (10.9 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.8 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High 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)819-2550
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 357
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 16.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 164
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 30
Grades Taught
Grade 6 50
Grade 7 49
Grade 8 54
Grade 9 59
Grade 10 46
Grade 11 56
Grade 12 43

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 650
Grade 749
Grade 854
Grade 959
Grade 1046
Grade 1156
Grade 1243
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16746.8%
Male19053.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)