Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Harrison Park 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 6% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (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 87% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harrison Park Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harrison Park Academy's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harrison Park 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 Harrison Park Academy is 0.67, 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
#2891 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
9%
Black
28%
18%
White
13%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison Park Academy's ranking?
Harrison Park Academy is ranked #2891 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harrison Park Academy often compared to?
Harrison Park Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sibley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Harrison Park Academy?
639 students attend Harrison Park Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Harrison Park Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harrison Park Academy?
Harrison Park Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harrison Park Academy offer ?
Harrison Park Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison Park Academy part of?
Harrison Park Academy is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Harrison Park Academy located?
Harrison Park Academy is located in the West Grand neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in West Grand.
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