Below Average
#419 of 462 private schools in MI
Holy Spirit School
Elementary School
2222 LAKE MICHIGAN DR NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#419 of 462
In Grand Rapids
#25 of 28
public schools
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Holy Spirit School
Elementary School in Grand Rapids · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Spirit School
Holy Spirit School is a private elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI. Holy Spirit School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Spirit School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #419 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Holy Spirit School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Holy Spirit School compares to 101 public schools serving similar grades in Grand Rapids, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Spirit School (this school) | 4.6 |
| Shawmut Hills School | 4.2 |
| Kent Education CenterOakleigh | 9.3 |
| Westwood Middle School | 5.7 |
| John Ball Park Zoo School | 6.1 |
| CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School | 4.4 |
| Sibley School | 5.2 |
| Stocking Elementary | 5.7 |
| CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary | 8.2 |
| Blandford School | 7.4 |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle | 7.9 |
| Harrison Park Academy | 5.8 |
| Zinser Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Southwest Elementary Academia Bilingue | 4.8 |
| Grandville Cummings Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue | 4.1 |
| Cesar E Chavez Elementary | 3.4 |
| Coit Creative Arts Academy | 4.5 |
| Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy | 5.2 |
| West MI Academy of Environmental Science | 7.6 |
| Walker Charter Academy | 7.3 |
Showing 20 of 101 schools. View all schools in Grand Rapids
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MI.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2222 LAKE MICHIGAN DR NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Spirit School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kent Education CenterOakleigh (rated 9.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shawmut Hills School Grand Rapids | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Kent Education CenterOakleigh Grand Rapids | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Newcomers Community School Grand Rapids | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Union High School Grand Rapids | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Union High Transition Grand Rapids | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| WEST SIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Westwood Middle School Grand Rapids | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School Grand Rapids | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| John Ball Park Zoo School Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ST ANTHONY OF PADUA Grand Rapids | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| WEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Sibley School Grand Rapids | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Blandford School Grand Rapids | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Stocking Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Harrison Park Academy Grand Rapids | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| NexTech High School Grand Rapids | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Lee Middle School Wyoming | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Lee High School Wyoming | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Parkview Elementary School Wyoming | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,326
Median Home Value
$222,600
Median Rent
$1,145/mo
Population
40,402
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
32.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bangor Lincoln School Bay City, MI | 4.6 |
| Edwardsburg Primary School Edwardsburg, MI | 4.6 |
| Martin Luther King Leadership Academy Grand Rapids, MI | 4.6 |
| Potterville Elementary School Potterville, MI | 4.6 |
| ST JOHN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fraser, MI | 4.6 |
| Tecumseh Acres North Early Learning Center Tecumseh, MI | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Spirit School
What grades does Holy Spirit School serve?
Holy Spirit School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Holy Spirit School?
Holy Spirit School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Spirit School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Spirit School rank in MI?
Holy Spirit School ranks #419 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Holy Spirit School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Spirit School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Spirit School a private school?
Yes, Holy Spirit School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Holy Spirit School a religious school?
Holy Spirit School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Kent County
- Phone
- (616) 735-6030
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