Serving 689 students in grades 9-12, Godwin Heights Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Godwin Heights Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Godwin Heights Senior High School's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
689 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Godwin Heights Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Godwin Heights Senior High School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2601 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
61%
9%
Black
21%
18%
White
8%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Godwin Heights Senior High School's ranking?
Godwin Heights Senior High School is ranked #2601 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Godwin Heights Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Godwin Heights Senior High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Godwin Heights Senior High School?
689 students attend Godwin Heights Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Godwin Heights Senior High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Godwin Heights Senior High School?
Godwin Heights Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Godwin Heights Senior High School offer ?
Godwin Heights Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Godwin Heights Senior High School part of?
Godwin Heights Senior High School is part of Godwin Heights School District.
In what neighborhood is Godwin Heights Senior High School located?
Godwin Heights Senior High School is located in the Godwin Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Godwin Heights.
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