Serving 17 students in grades 4-12, Bethany Based School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethany Based School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bethany Based School's student population of 17 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bethany Based School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethany Based School?
The graduation rate of Bethany Based School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Bethany Based School?
17 students attend Bethany Based School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Bethany Based School students are White, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethany Based School?
Bethany Based School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bethany Based School offer ?
Bethany Based School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bethany Based School part of?
Bethany Based School is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Bethany Based School located?
Bethany Based School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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