Serving 101 students in grades 9-12, Northview Next Learning Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northview Next Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Northview Next Learning Center's student population of 101 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Northview Next Learning Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northview Next Learning Center is 0.58, which is more 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
#761 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
17%
18%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Northview Next Learning Center's ranking?
Northview Next Learning Center is ranked #761 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northview Next Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Northview Next Learning Center is 30-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Northview Next Learning Center?
101 students attend Northview Next Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Northview Next Learning Center students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Northview Next Learning Center offer ?
Northview Next Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Northview Next Learning Center part of?
Northview Next Learning Center is part of Northview School District.
In what neighborhood is Northview Next Learning Center located?
Northview Next Learning Center is located in the Northview neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Northview.
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