Serving 97 students in grades 9-12, Godwin Heights Learning Center 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 35%). 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 32:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Godwin Heights Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Godwin Heights Learning Center's student population of 97 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Godwin Heights Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Godwin Heights Learning Center is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1665 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
55%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Wolverines
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Godwin Heights Learning Center's ranking?
Godwin Heights Learning Center is ranked #1665 out of 3,025 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 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Godwin Heights Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Godwin Heights Learning Center is 30-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Godwin Heights Learning Center?
97 students attend Godwin Heights Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Godwin Heights Learning Center students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Godwin Heights Learning Center?
Godwin Heights Learning Center has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Godwin Heights Learning Center offer ?
Godwin Heights Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Godwin Heights Learning Center part of?
Godwin Heights Learning Center is part of Godwin Heights School District.
In what neighborhood is Godwin Heights Learning Center located?
Godwin Heights Learning Center is located in the Godwin Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Godwin Heights.
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