Serving 727 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Grand River Academy 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 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grand River Academy's student population of 727 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Grand River Academy 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 Grand River Academy is 0.36, which is less 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
#2083 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
79%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand River Academy's ranking?
Grand River Academy is ranked #2083 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grand River Academy often compared to?
Grand River Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Global Heights Academy, American Montessori Academy Elementary School, American Montessori Academy Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Grand River Academy?
727 students attend Grand River Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Grand River Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand River Academy?
Grand River Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grand River Academy offer ?
Grand River Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grand River Academy part of?
Grand River Academy is part of Grand River Academy School District.
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