Below Average
#2767 of 3,192 schools in MI
Crossroads Alternative High School
High School · Kentwood Public Schools
28 60TH ST SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,767 of 3,192
In Grand Rapids
#106 of 126
public schools
In district
#15 of 16
Kentwood Public Schools
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Crossroads Alternative High School
Crossroads Alternative High School is a public high school in Grand Rapids, MI, part of Kentwood Public Schools. Crossroads Alternative High School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Crossroads Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,767 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Crossroads Alternative High School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 189 students, Crossroads Alternative High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Crossroads Alternative High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
98% of students at Crossroads Alternative High School 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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Crossroads Alternative High School — Students at Crossroads Alternative High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Crossroads Alternative High School Compares
See how Crossroads Alternative High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
28 60TH ST SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crossroads Alternative High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. East Kentwood High School (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is 54th Street Academy (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kelloggsville High School (rated 5.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wyoming), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Townline Elementary Grand Rapids | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Southeast Kelloggsville School Grand Rapids | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Kelloggsville Virtual School Grand Rapids | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| 54th Street Academy Grand Rapids | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Southwood Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Grand River Preparatory High School Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Glenwood Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Kelloggsville High School Wyoming | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Kelloggsville Middle School Grand Rapids | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Central Kelloggsville Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| West Kelloggsville School Grand Rapids | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Meadowlawn Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Valleywood Middle School Grand Rapids | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Brookwood Elementary Grand Rapids | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wyoming | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| East Kentwood High School Grand Rapids | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Countryside Elementary School Byron Center | 2.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Vanguard Charter Academy Wyoming | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Marshall Elementary School Byron Center | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,218
Median Home Value
$149,500
Median Rent
$1,129/mo
Population
35,119
College Educated
16.7%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
33.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Innovation Academy Howell, MI | 4.5 |
| Lincoln Alternative High School Owosso, MI | 4.5 |
| Vicksburg Pathways High School Vicksburg, MI | 4.5 |
| Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County Marysville, MI | 4.5 |
| Accelerated Learning Academy Flint, MI | 4.3 |
| Alternative Educational Academy of Ogemaw County West Branch, MI | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crossroads Alternative High School
What grades does Crossroads Alternative High School serve?
Crossroads Alternative High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Crossroads Alternative High School?
Crossroads Alternative High School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crossroads Alternative High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Crossroads Alternative High School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crossroads Alternative High School rank in MI?
Crossroads Alternative High School ranks #2,767 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Crossroads Alternative High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Crossroads Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Crossroads Alternative High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crossroads Alternative High School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Crossroads Alternative High School a charter school?
No, Crossroads Alternative High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crossroads Alternative High School a Title I school?
No, Crossroads Alternative High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crossroads Alternative High School?
73.5% of students at Crossroads Alternative High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 189
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.9%
- Phone
- (616) 261-6166
- 4-Year Graduation
- 27.0%
Resources & Links
District
Kentwood Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 9,422
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,114
- District Rank
- #15 of 16
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