Below Average

#424 of 462 private schools in MI

Northpointe Christian School

School

3101 LEONARD ST NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

907

Student-Teacher

35.2:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

907

Student-Teacher

35.2:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#424 of 462

In Grand Rapids

#26 of 28

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About Northpointe Christian School

Northpointe Christian School is a private school in Grand Rapids, MI. Northpointe Christian School serves approximately 907 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 35.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Northpointe Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #424 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares1.6 pts below MI schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
MI avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Northpointe Christian School runs 35.2:1 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.

Northpointe Christian 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.

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How Northpointe Christian School compares to 131 public schools serving similar grades in Grand Rapids, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio

35.2:1

This School

17:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

907

This School

378

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.5% vs 0%

Black 5.3% vs 0%

Asian 3.1% vs 0%

Northpointe Christian School Grand Rapids Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Northpointe Christian School (this school)	—	907	35.2:1	4.6
Kent Education CenterBeltline	0.6 mi	39	3.2:1	6.4
Knapp Charter Academy	0.7 mi	430	11.9:1	5.2
Northern Trails 56 School	0.7 mi	499	17.8:1	7.6
Forest Hills Transition Center	0.7 mi	12	6:1	—
Northern Hills Middle School	0.8 mi	534	19.1:1	8.2
Home Education Site	0.8 mi	1	—:1	—
Northern High School	0.9 mi	1,109	16.1:1	8.7
Orchard View Elementary School	1.8 mi	436	15.6:1	7.3
Lincoln School	1.9 mi	112	4.7:1	7.7
Lincoln Developmental Center	2.0 mi	85	6.1:1	8.1
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes	2.0 mi	80	13.3:1	6.9
Lighthouse Academy The Pier	2.0 mi	15	15:1	—
Knapp Forest Elementary School	2.0 mi	557	18.6:1	8.5
Empower U	2.3 mi	170	5:1	5.9
Collins Elementary School	2.4 mi	375	19.7:1	8.1
Wellspring Preparatory High School	2.5 mi	284	12.9:1	6.4
William C Abney Academy Elementary	2.6 mi	292	12.2:1	3.8
Wealthy School	2.7 mi	466	18.6:1	7.3
East Grand Rapids High School	2.7 mi	874	18.6:1	8.5
Kent Hills Elementary	2.8 mi	219	18.2:1	3.5

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

D 1.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 35.2:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 35%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Enrollment 907

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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)

White 79.5%

Two or More 6.2%

Hispanic 5.5%

Black 5.3%

Asian 3.1%

Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3101 LEONARD ST NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northpointe Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lincoln Developmental Center (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lighthouse Academy Waalkes (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
NORTH POINTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Grand Rapids	0.0 mi	879	5.2
Kent Education CenterBeltline Grand Rapids	0.6 mi	39	6.4
Knapp Charter Academy Grand Rapids	0.7 mi	430	5.2
Northern Trails 56 School Grand Rapids	0.7 mi	499	7.6
Forest Hills Transition Center Grand Rapids	0.7 mi	12	—
Northern Hills Middle School Grand Rapids	0.8 mi	534	8.2
Home Education Site Grand Rapids	0.8 mi	1	—
EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids	1.2 mi	78	4.0
Northern High School Grand Rapids	0.9 mi	1,109	8.7
Orchard View Elementary School Grand Rapids	1.8 mi	436	7.3
PLYMOUTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Rapids	1.7 mi	195	5.8
Knapp Forest Elementary School Grand Rapids	2.0 mi	557	8.5
Lincoln School Grand Rapids	1.9 mi	112	7.7
Lincoln Developmental Center Grand Rapids	2.0 mi	85	8.1
Lighthouse Academy The Pier Grand Rapids	2.0 mi	15	—
Lighthouse Academy Waalkes Grand Rapids	2.0 mi	80	6.9
Collins Elementary School Grand Rapids	2.4 mi	375	8.1
East Grand Rapids Middle School Grand Rapids	2.8 mi	662	8.0
East Grand Rapids High School Grand Rapids	2.7 mi	874	8.5
Wealthy School Grand Rapids	2.7 mi	466	7.3

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northpointe Christian School

What grades does Northpointe Christian School serve?

Northpointe Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Northpointe Christian School?

Northpointe Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 907 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northpointe Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Northpointe Christian School is 35.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Northpointe Christian School rank in MI?

Northpointe Christian School ranks #424 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Northpointe Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Northpointe Christian 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 Northpointe Christian School a private school?

Yes, Northpointe Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Northpointe Christian School a religious school?

Northpointe Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 35 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 907
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 35.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 26
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Kent County
Phone: (616) 363-4869

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