Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Grand Rapids Montessori Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy's student population of 295 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy 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 Grand Rapids Montessori Academy is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2031 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
1%
4%

Hispanic
13%
9%

Black
11%
18%

White
65%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥80%
85%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 is Grand Rapids Montessori Academy's ranking?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy is ranked #2031 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grand Rapids Montessori Academy often compared to?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Rapids Montessori Academy?
The graduation rate of Grand Rapids Montessori Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Grand Rapids Montessori Academy?
295 students attend Grand Rapids Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Grand Rapids Montessori Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand Rapids Montessori Academy?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand Rapids Montessori Academy offer ?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand Rapids Montessori Academy part of?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand Rapids Montessori Academy located?
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy is located in the Heritage Hill neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Heritage Hill.
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