Serving 179 students in grades 7-12, Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh's student population of 179 students has grown by 101% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh 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 Rapids Montessori Middlehigh is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2018 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
22%
18%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh's ranking?
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh is ranked #2018 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh?
The graduation rate of Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh?
179 students attend Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh students are White, 22% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh?
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh offer ?
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh part of?
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh located?
Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh is located in the Heritage Hill neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Heritage Hill.
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