Serving 874 students in grades 9-12, East Grand Rapids High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Grand Rapids High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Grand Rapids High School's student population of 874 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
East Grand Rapids High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Grand Rapids High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#77 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Grand Rapids High School's ranking?
East Grand Rapids High School is ranked #77 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Grand Rapids High School?
The graduation rate of East Grand Rapids High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend East Grand Rapids High School?
874 students attend East Grand Rapids High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of East Grand Rapids High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Grand Rapids High School?
East Grand Rapids High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Grand Rapids High School offer ?
East Grand Rapids High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Grand Rapids High School part of?
East Grand Rapids High School is part of East Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is East Grand Rapids High School located?
East Grand Rapids High School is located in the Gaslight Village neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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