Below Average
#2723 of 3,192 schools in MI
Coit Creative Arts Academy
Elementary School · Grand Rapids Public Schools
617 COIT AVE NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,723 of 3,192
In Grand Rapids
#101 of 126
public schools
In district
#34 of 47
Grand Rapids Public Schools
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Coit Creative Arts Academy
Coit Creative Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI, part of Grand Rapids Public Schools. Coit Creative Arts Academy serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Coit Creative Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,723 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Coit Creative Arts Academy show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Coit Creative Arts Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Coit Creative Arts Academy — Students at Coit Creative Arts Academy score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.3/10.
How Coit Creative Arts Academy Compares
See how Coit Creative Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
617 COIT AVE NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coit Creative Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Congress Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,734
Median Home Value
$224,100
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
37,874
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
37.5%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
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| Barhitte Elementary School Burton, MI | 4.5 |
| Capac Elementary School Mussey, MI | 4.5 |
| Emerson School Ionia, MI | 4.5 |
| Fife Lake Elementary School Fife Lake, MI | 4.5 |
| James Foote School Lincoln Park, MI | 4.5 |
| Luther C Klager Elem School Manchester, MI | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coit Creative Arts Academy
What grades does Coit Creative Arts Academy serve?
Coit Creative Arts Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Coit Creative Arts Academy?
Coit Creative Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coit Creative Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Coit Creative Arts Academy is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coit Creative Arts Academy rank in MI?
Coit Creative Arts Academy ranks #2,723 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Coit Creative Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Coit Creative Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Coit Creative Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coit Creative Arts Academy has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Coit Creative Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Coit Creative Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Coit Creative Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Coit Creative Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coit Creative Arts Academy?
77.2% of students at Coit Creative Arts Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (616) 819-2390
Resources & Links
District
Grand Rapids Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 13,802
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,732
- District Rank
- #34 of 47
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