Very Good
#143 of 462 private schools in MI
Top 31% of private schools
West Side Christian School
Elementary School · Grand Rapids, MI
A private elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI serving grades Pre-K – 8th.
955 WESTEND AVE NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
- 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. MI average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where West Side Christian School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 28Car-Dependent
- Transit 31Some Transit
- Bike 42Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High3,416/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$68,326
Median home value
$222,600
Median rent
$1,145/mo
College educated
38.5%
Homeownership
58%
Poverty rate
15.6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 49504; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent Education CenteroakleighEnrollment path unverified | 9.3 | K–8 | 0.1 mi | 39 | Compare → |
| Shawmut Hills SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 4.2 | PK–8 | 0.7 mi | 290 | Compare → |
| Holy Spirit SchoolPrivate · tuition | 4.6private | PK–8 | 0.8 mi | 262 | Compare → |
| St Anthony of PaduaPrivate · tuition | 6.8private | PK–8 | 1.1 mi | 227 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
West Side Christian School is listed in Grand Rapids, MI; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About West Side Christian School
West Side Christian School is a private elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI, serving approximately 346 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 462 private schools in MI.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about West Side Christian School
What grades does West Side Christian School serve?
West Side Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend West Side Christian School?
West Side Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Side Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Side Christian School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does West Side Christian School rank in MI?
West Side Christian School ranks #143 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is West Side Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Side Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is West Side Christian School a private school?
Yes, West Side 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 West Side Christian School a religious school?
West Side Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Kent County
- Phone
- (616) 453-3925
- Area population (ZIP 49504)
- 40,402
- Area average commute
- 19.8 min
- Area median age
- 32.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 49504; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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