Serving 31 students in grades 9-12, Northview Next Career Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northview Next Career Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Northview Next Career Center's student population of 31 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northview Next Career Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northview Next Career Center is 0.65, which is more 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
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northview Next Career Center's ranking?
Northview Next Career Center is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northview Next Career Center?
The graduation rate of Northview Next Career Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Northview Next Career Center?
31 students attend Northview Next Career Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northview Next Career Center students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northview Next Career Center?
Northview Next Career Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northview Next Career Center offer ?
Northview Next Career Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northview Next Career Center part of?
Northview Next Career Center is part of Northview School District.
In what neighborhood is Northview Next Career Center located?
Northview Next Career Center is located in the Northview Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Northview Heights.
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