Serving 307 students in grades 9-12, Wellspring Preparatory High School 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher 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 72% 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: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellspring Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wellspring Preparatory High School's student population of 307 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wellspring Preparatory High School 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 Wellspring Preparatory High School is 0.71, 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
#1183 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
41%
18%
White
28%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellspring Preparatory High School's ranking?
Wellspring Preparatory High School is ranked #1183 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Wellspring Preparatory High School often compared to?
Wellspring Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like City Middlehigh, Northview High School, Sparta Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellspring Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Wellspring Preparatory High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Wellspring Preparatory High School?
307 students attend Wellspring Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Wellspring Preparatory High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wellspring Preparatory High School?
Wellspring Preparatory High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wellspring Preparatory High School offer ?
Wellspring Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellspring Preparatory High School part of?
Wellspring Preparatory High School is part of Wellspring Preparatory High School District.
In what neighborhood is Wellspring Preparatory High School located?
Wellspring Preparatory High School is located in the Creston neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Creston.
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