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Forest Hills Transition Center
High School · Forest Hills Public Schools
3787 LEONARD ST NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
12th – 12th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
12th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Forest Hills Transition Center
Forest Hills Transition Center is a public high school in Grand Rapids, MI, part of the Forest Hills Public Schools. The school serves approximately 12 students in grades 12th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $87,969, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 12 students, Forest Hills Transition Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, Forest Hills Transition Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- 3787 LEONARD ST NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
- Website
- fhps.net
- Phone
- (616) 493-8685
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
3787 LEONARD ST NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Forest Hills Transition Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Northern High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away). Another option is Kent Education CenterBeltline (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away). Additionally, Northview Next Career Center (rated 7.4/10, 3.2 miles away). For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Trails 56 School Grand Rapids | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Northern High School Grand Rapids | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Northern Hills Middle School Grand Rapids | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTH POINTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Grand Rapids | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| NORTHPOINTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Kent Education CenterBeltline Grand Rapids | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Lincoln School Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Lincoln Developmental Center Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Knapp Charter Academy Grand Rapids | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Knapp Forest Elementary School Grand Rapids | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Home Education Site Grand Rapids | 1.6 mi | — |
| Collins Elementary School Grand Rapids | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Orchard View Elementary School Grand Rapids | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Northview Next Career Center Grand Rapids | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| East Grand Rapids Middle School Grand Rapids | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| East Grand Rapids High School Grand Rapids | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Wealthy School Grand Rapids | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Lighthouse Academy The Pier Grand Rapids | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49525 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,969
Median Home Value
$292,500
Median Rent
$1,335/mo
Population
30,627
College Educated
49.1%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
38.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Forest Hills Transition Center has a median household income of $87,969. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $292,500, with a median rent of $1,335/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
| Airport Middle College Carleton, MI | — |
| Armada Continuing Education Center Armada, MI | — |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - NORTHVILLE Plymouth, MI | — |
| Beecher Alternative Education Flint, MI | — |
| Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility Ionia, MI | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forest Hills Transition Center
What grades does Forest Hills Transition Center serve?
Forest Hills Transition Center serves students in grades 12th through 12th.
How many students attend Forest Hills Transition Center?
Forest Hills Transition Center has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Hills Transition Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Forest Hills Transition Center is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Forest Hills Transition Center a charter school?
No, Forest Hills Transition Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Forest Hills Transition Center a Title I school?
No, Forest Hills Transition Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Forest Hills Transition Center?
25.0% of students at Forest Hills Transition Center 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
- City Safety
- High (3,416/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Grand Rapids). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 12th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kent County
- Phone
- (616) 493-8685
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Forest Hills Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 9,065
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,504
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