At a glance
Reported students
284
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
26.37
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
10.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Michigan other enrollment
74th percentile
Compared with 344 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
284
Hope Academy of West Michigan: 284 reported students.
State peer staffing position
49th percentile
10.8:1 reported; state peer median 10.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 380
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.6:1
What the reported data says about Hope Academy of West Michigan
Hope Academy of West Michigan is a public combined / other school serving grades PK–12 in Grand Rapids. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Hope Academy of West Michigan. NCES reports 284 students for 2024–25.
Among 344 combined / other schools in Michigan with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 123 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 74th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 10.8:1, close to the Michigan median of 10.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (84.5%) and Black (14.4%). English learners represent 58.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Hope Academy of West Michigan
- 1How do the reported 10.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 26.37 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 58.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 93.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 3
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White0.4%
- Hispanic84.5%
- Black14.4%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
No students enrolled reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Hope Academy of West Michigan
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Montessori Academy Other · Grand Rapids Public Schools | PK–12 | 297 | 2.4 mi |
| Lighthouse Academy Waalkes Other · Charter · Lighthouse Academy | KG–12 | 73 | 3.8 mi |
| Excel Charter Academy Other · Charter · Excel Charter Academy | KG–12 | 791 | 4 mi |
| Lighthouse Academy South Campus Other · Charter · Lighthouse Academy | KG–12 | 213 | 4.6 mi |
| Pine Grove Learning Center Other · Kent ISD | PK–12 | 85 | 5 mi |
| PrepNet Virtual Academy Other · Charter · PrepNet Virtual Academy | KG–12 | 1,080 | 5.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Hope Academy of West Michigan
What grades does Hope Academy of West Michigan serve?
Hope Academy of West Michigan reports grades PK–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in Hope Academy of West Michigan.
How many students attend Hope Academy of West Michigan?
Hope Academy of West Michigan reported 284 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 74th percentile among 344 Michigan combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 380 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Hope Academy of West Michigan?
The calculated ratio is 10.8:1, based on 284 students and 26.37 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Michigan median for the same school level is 10.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Hope Academy of West Michigan a public, charter, or magnet school?
Hope Academy of West Michigan is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Hope Academy of West Michigan students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
93.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Hope Academy of West Michigan in?
Hope Academy of West Michigan is part of Hope Academy of West Michigan, based in Grand Rapids, MI, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Hope Academy of West Michigan?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Grand Rapids Montessori Academy (2.4 mi), Lighthouse Academy Waalkes (3.8 mi), Excel Charter Academy (4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.