Grand Rapids Public Schools
- Grand Rapids, MI
- 37 reviews
- AcademicsC-
- DiversityA
- TeachersB-
- College PrepC+
- Clubs & ActivitiesC-
- Health & SafetyC+
- AdministrationB-
- SportsC-
- FoodC+
- Resources & FacilitiesC-
Address
1331 Franklin St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Telephone
(616) 819-2000
Website
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Total Expenses
$263,934,000
Expenses Per Student
$15,735/ student
National
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It’s a good school system. But some things need to be put together. It can be better. The buildings aren’t getting the repairs it needs. Most classroom have stand fans to keep students from the exhausting heat in the spring and summer. It doesn’t help by the way.... also the bathroom are so bad! The doors can’t close, the soaps are always running out, and the smell is horrid and it’s humid. The school sometimes runs out of resources which is very odd. But the teachers in this school district are very supportive and willing to help you the best way they can. Which I really love! Also they have various counseling services which is also a plus!
My experience with Grand Rapids Public Schools has been on the most part positive. My education has been provided by well qualified teachers. For example my Pre-Calculus teacher is a graduate from Brown University.
And it offers many good opportunities such as paid internships at local banks that lead to jobs. Besides that, all the schools in my district are theme schools with the themes being Career and Technical Education.
I think my school could improve though, when it comes to the diversity of the staff. There are no African-American male teachers, in my district. But, my school, has a program that starts teaching students about careers in education, and has an agreement with a University called Ferris State University, that if they go through our program, they will be automatically accepted into their school of education. The hope is to have them come back and work in GRPS. I think GRPS in a very good school district.
And it offers many good opportunities such as paid internships at local banks that lead to jobs. Besides that, all the schools in my district are theme schools with the themes being Career and Technical Education.
I think my school could improve though, when it comes to the diversity of the staff. There are no African-American male teachers, in my district. But, my school, has a program that starts teaching students about careers in education, and has an agreement with a University called Ferris State University, that if they go through our program, they will be automatically accepted into their school of education. The hope is to have them come back and work in GRPS. I think GRPS in a very good school district.
Grand Rapids Public Schools really inspired learning, shaping everyone of its students to show their true potential through their work and skills. Students love the connection they have with their teachers it makes them better, they get the extra help when they need it and aren’t afraid to ask for it. Diversity has a huge impact on the schools. So many people with different backgrounds and different races coming together as whole, a community, and all united. It is great to be part of this district with its many opportunities , for an example acquiring college credit while still being in high school. It is great for those who would like to work in the district and students who would like receive their education here. Ive been going to schools in this district since kindergarten and i am very happy my parents choice for sending me there, i am now a senior i’ve experiences my whole school life in grand rapids public schools and i’m glad to say they do not disappoint.