Serving 507 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 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 39% (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 507 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridge Park Charter Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Park Charter Academy is 0.53, 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
#1384 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
66%
18%
White
9%
63%
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
83%
45%
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 Ridge Park Charter Academy's ranking?
Ridge Park Charter Academy is ranked #1384 out of 3,025 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
507 students attend Ridge Park Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ridge Park Charter Academy students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridge Park Charter Academy?
Ridge Park Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ridge Park Charter Academy offer ?
Ridge Park Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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