Very Good

#143 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 31% of private schools

West Side Christian School

Elementary School

955 WESTEND AVE NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#143 of 462

In Grand Rapids

#11 of 28

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About West Side Christian School

West Side Christian School is a private elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI. West Side Christian School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. West Side Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.9 pts above MI schools

7.0

This school 7.0 · Very Good
MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, West Side Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

West Side 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How West Side Christian School compares to 101 public schools serving similar grades in Grand Rapids, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.1:1

This School

16.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

346

This School

361

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.0

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 4% vs 0%

Black 2.3% vs 0%

Asian 1.7% vs 0%

West Side Christian School Grand Rapids Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
West Side Christian School (this school)	—	346	9.1:1	7.0
Kent Education CenterOakleigh	0.1 mi	39	3.9:1	9.3
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School	0.6 mi	336	17.7:1	4.4
Shawmut Hills School	0.7 mi	290	19.3:1	4.2
Westwood Middle School	0.9 mi	189	12.6:1	5.7
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary	1.3 mi	480	19.2:1	8.2
Blandford School	1.5 mi	60	30:1	7.4
Stocking Elementary	1.5 mi	161	20.1:1	5.7
John Ball Park Zoo School	1.7 mi	57	28.5:1	6.1
Sibley School	1.8 mi	247	11.2:1	5.2
Harrison Park Academy	1.8 mi	605	17.3:1	5.8
Zinser Elementary School	2.4 mi	440	16.9:1	6.4
Walker Charter Academy	2.4 mi	718	20.5:1	7.3
Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle	2.4 mi	169	16.9:1	7.9
Coit Creative Arts Academy	2.8 mi	241	12.7:1	4.5
West MI Academy of Environmental Science	2.9 mi	669	12.9:1	7.6
Southwest Elementary Academia Bilingue	3.0 mi	661	20.7:1	4.8
Grandville Cummings Elementary School	3.1 mi	479	18.4:1	7.1
Southwest MiddleHigh Academia Bilingue	3.1 mi	384	22.6:1	4.1
East Leonard Elementary	3.1 mi	174	24.9:1	3.4
Palmer School	3.1 mi	184	16.7:1	3.7

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

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

A 8.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,190

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 15%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 346

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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 91.9%

Hispanic 4.0%

Black 2.3%

Asian 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

955 WESTEND AVE NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Side Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kent Education CenterOakleigh (rated 9.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walker Charter Academy (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Kent Education CenterOakleigh Grand Rapids	0.1 mi	39	9.3
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Middle High School Grand Rapids	0.6 mi	336	4.4
Shawmut Hills School Grand Rapids	0.7 mi	290	4.2
Newcomers Community School Grand Rapids	0.7 mi	135	3.9
Union High School Grand Rapids	0.7 mi	939	5.4
Union High Transition Grand Rapids	0.7 mi	53	7.8
HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL Grand Rapids	0.8 mi	262	4.6
Westwood Middle School Grand Rapids	0.9 mi	189	5.7
WEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Grand Rapids	1.1 mi	471	5.9
ST ANTHONY OF PADUA Grand Rapids	1.1 mi	227	6.8
CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary Grand Rapids	1.3 mi	480	8.2
John Ball Park Zoo School Grand Rapids	1.7 mi	57	6.1
Blandford School Grand Rapids	1.5 mi	60	7.4
Stocking Elementary Grand Rapids	1.5 mi	161	5.7
Sibley School Grand Rapids	1.8 mi	247	5.2
Walker Charter Academy Grand Rapids	2.4 mi	718	7.3
Harrison Park Academy Grand Rapids	1.8 mi	605	5.8
NexTech High School Grand Rapids	2.0 mi	140	5.3
Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle Grand Rapids	2.4 mi	169	7.9
Zinser Elementary School Grand Rapids	2.4 mi	440	6.4

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

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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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 31 Some Transit
Bike Score: 42 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES 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

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