Serving 80 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lighthouse Academy Waalkes 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 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- 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
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes's student population of 80 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes 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 Lighthouse Academy Waalkes is 0.55, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.55. 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
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
64%
18%
White
12%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lighthouse Academy Waalkes's ranking?
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes 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).
How many students attend Lighthouse Academy Waalkes?
80 students attend Lighthouse Academy Waalkes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lighthouse Academy Waalkes students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lighthouse Academy Waalkes?
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lighthouse Academy Waalkes offer ?
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Lighthouse Academy Waalkes part of?
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes is part of Lighthouse Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lighthouse Academy Waalkes located?
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes is located in the North East Citizens Action neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 8 other public schools located in North East Citizens Action.
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