Grand Rapids Public School District
School District · Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
11
4 elem, 2 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,391
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Avg Rating
6.9
out of 10
Schools
11
4 elem, 2 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,391
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
How this district compares
Minnesota rank
#80 of 386
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Minnesota avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,391
$217 vs Minnesota median
District size
4,024 students
Much larger than Minnesota median
About Grand Rapids Public School District
Grand Rapids Public School District is a Grand Rapids, Minnesota school district serving 11 schools. The district educates 4,024 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.8:1. The district invests $14,391 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.9/10, Grand Rapids Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is East Rapids Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, Grand Rapids Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 36.5% and ELA proficiency of 45.9%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Grand Rapids Public School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Grand Rapids Public School District with test data.
Schools in Grand Rapids Public School District
11 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 3
Other Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Minnesota
- City
- Grand Rapids
- Total Enrollment
- 4,024
- Teachers (FTE)
- 239
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Grand Rapids Public School District?
Grand Rapids Public School District has 11 schools in total — 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Grand Rapids Public School District?
The average composite rating for Grand Rapids Public School District is 6.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Grand Rapids Public School District?
Grand Rapids Public School District spends $14,391 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grand Rapids Public School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Grand Rapids Public School District is 16.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Grand Rapids Public School District?
East Rapids Elementary is the highest-rated school in Grand Rapids Public School District with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in Grand Rapids Public School District?
Across schools in Grand Rapids Public School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 36.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 45.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Grand Rapids Public School District compare to other districts in Minnesota?
Grand Rapids Public School District has an average school rating of 6.9/10 across 11 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Minnesota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 36.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 45.9%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in MN
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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