Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ridge Park Charter Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridge Park Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ridge Park Charter Academy's student population of 493 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridge Park Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Park Charter Academy is 0.54, which is less 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
#1518 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
65%
18%
White
12%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridge Park Charter Academy's ranking?
Ridge Park Charter Academy is ranked #1518 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ridge Park Charter Academy often compared to?
Ridge Park Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thornapple Elementary School, Pine Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ridge Park Charter Academy?
493 students attend Ridge Park Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ridge Park Charter Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridge Park Charter Academy?
Ridge Park Charter Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridge Park Charter Academy offer ?
Ridge Park Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ridge Park Charter Academy part of?
Ridge Park Charter Academy is part of Ridge Park Charter Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridge Park Charter Academy located?
Ridge Park Charter Academy is located in the East Paris neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in East Paris.
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