Needs Improvement
#2929 of 3,192 schools in MI
Newcomers Community School
High School · Grand Rapids Public Schools
1800 TREMONT BLVD NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
33.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
33.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,929 of 3,192
In Grand Rapids
#114 of 126
public schools
In district
#40 of 47
Grand Rapids Public Schools
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About Newcomers Community School
Newcomers Community School is a public high school in Grand Rapids, MI, part of Grand Rapids Public Schools. Newcomers Community School serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 33.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Newcomers Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,929 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Newcomers Community School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Newcomers Community 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.
Newcomers Community School runs 33.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
57% of students at Newcomers Community 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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Newcomers Community School — Students at Newcomers Community School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2011-12)
Based on 8 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Newcomers Community School Compares
See how Newcomers Community 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
1800 TREMONT BLVD NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newcomers Community School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Union High Transition (rated 7.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Union High School (rated 5.4/10), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood 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
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| The Greenspire High School Travse City, MI | 3.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newcomers Community School
What grades does Newcomers Community School serve?
Newcomers Community School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Newcomers Community School?
Newcomers Community School has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newcomers Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Newcomers Community School is 33.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newcomers Community School rank in MI?
Newcomers Community School ranks #2,929 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Newcomers Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Newcomers Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Newcomers Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newcomers Community School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).
Is Newcomers Community School a charter school?
No, Newcomers Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newcomers Community School a Title I school?
No, Newcomers Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newcomers Community School?
84.4% of students at Newcomers Community 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 135
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 33.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Kent County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.0%
- Phone
- (616) 819-3160
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Grand Rapids Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 13,802
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,732
- District Rank
- #40 of 47
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