Nextech High School

801 Broadway Ave Nw
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 140 students in grades 9-12, Nextech 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Online School/Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 140 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Nextech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Nextech High School's student population of 140 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
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Students by Grade
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State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No

School Rankings

Nextech 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 Nextech High School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2222 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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≤20%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Nextech High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
21-39%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Nextech High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≤20%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Nextech High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
24%
9%
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Black
26%
18%
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White
44%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.68
This chart displays the diversity score of Nextech High School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
50-59%
81%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Nextech High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Nextech High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nextech High School's ranking?
Nextech High School is ranked #2222 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nextech High School?
The graduation rate of Nextech High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Nextech High School?
140 students attend Nextech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Nextech High School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nextech High School?
Nextech High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nextech High School offer ?
Nextech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nextech High School part of?
Nextech High School is part of Nextech High School District.
In what neighborhood is Nextech High School located?
Nextech High School 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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Online School/Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 140 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 56%
  • : 50-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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