Serving 15 students in grades 9-12, Lighthouse Academy The Pier ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lighthouse Academy The Pier ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lighthouse Academy The Pier's student population of 15 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lighthouse Academy The Pier is 0.23, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
87%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lighthouse Academy The Pier?
The graduation rate of Lighthouse Academy The Pier is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lighthouse Academy The Pier?
15 students attend Lighthouse Academy The Pier.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lighthouse Academy The Pier students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lighthouse Academy The Pier?
Lighthouse Academy The Pier has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lighthouse Academy The Pier offer ?
Lighthouse Academy The Pier offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lighthouse Academy The Pier part of?
Lighthouse Academy The Pier is part of Lighthouse Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Lighthouse Academy The Pier located?
Lighthouse Academy The Pier is located in the North East Citizens Action neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 8 other public schools located in North East Citizens Action.
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