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Grand Rapids Public Museum High

High School · Grand Rapids Public Schools

54 JEFFERSON AVE SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Enrollment

277

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,059 of 3,192

In Grand Rapids

#79 of 126

public schools

In district

#23 of 47

Grand Rapids Public Schools

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Grand Rapids Public Museum High

5.7/10

High School in Grand Rapids · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Grand Rapids Public Museum High

Grand Rapids Public Museum High is a public high school in Grand Rapids, MI, part of Grand Rapids Public Schools. Grand Rapids Public Museum High serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Rapids Public Museum High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,059 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Grand Rapids Public Museum High show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Grand Rapids Public Museum High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change-1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
College Readiness1.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation14.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,732
Chronic Absenteeism35.4%

Grand Rapids Public Museum High — Students at Grand Rapids Public Museum High score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2015-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2015-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 10 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
64.5%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Grand Rapids Public Museum High Compares

See how Grand Rapids Public Museum High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in MI
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.5
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
14.4% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

54 JEFFERSON AVE SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grand Rapids Public Museum High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Grand Rapids Montessori MiddleHigh (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Innovation Central High (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Southeast Career Pathways (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Grand Rapids Learning Center Grand Rapids 0.3 mi 6.4
CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Grand Rapids 0.4 mi 5.9
Innovation Central High Grand Rapids 0.4 mi 6.7
Grand Rapids Montessori MiddleHigh Grand Rapids 0.4 mi 7.8
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center Grand Rapids 0.5 mi 7.8
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy Grand Rapids 0.5 mi 5.3
Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy Grand Rapids 0.6 mi 5.2
Coit Creative Arts Academy Grand Rapids 0.8 mi 4.5
Martin Luther King Leadership Academy Grand Rapids 0.8 mi 4.6
Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle Grand Rapids 0.7 mi 7.9
Gerald R Ford Academic Center Grand Rapids 1.0 mi 7.2
Covenant High School Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 1.0 mi 4.1
Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue Grand Rapids 1.0 mi 4.1
Congress Elementary Grand Rapids 0.9 mi 8.5
Southwest Elementary Academia Bilingue Grand Rapids 1.2 mi 4.8
Bethany Based School Grand Rapids 1.4 mi
East Leonard Elementary Grand Rapids 1.5 mi 3.4
STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grand Rapids 1.5 mi 7.3
NexTech High School Grand Rapids 1.4 mi 5.3
Southeast Career Pathways Grand Rapids 1.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grand Rapids Public Museum High

What grades does Grand Rapids Public Museum High serve?

Grand Rapids Public Museum High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Grand Rapids Public Museum High?

Grand Rapids Public Museum High has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Rapids Public Museum High?

The student-teacher ratio at Grand Rapids Public Museum High is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grand Rapids Public Museum High rank in MI?

Grand Rapids Public Museum High ranks #2,059 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Grand Rapids Public Museum High's MySchoolScout rating?

Grand Rapids Public Museum High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Grand Rapids Public Museum High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grand Rapids Public Museum High has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2021).

Is Grand Rapids Public Museum High a charter school?

No, Grand Rapids Public Museum High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grand Rapids Public Museum High a Title I school?

No, Grand Rapids Public Museum High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grand Rapids Public Museum High?

58.8% of students at Grand Rapids Public Museum High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Kent County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.4%

District

Grand Rapids Public Schools
District Enrollment
13,802
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,732
District Rank
#23 of 47

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