Summary:
The Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center is the sole elementary public charter school serving grades PK-5 in the Grand Rapids area, with 287 students. This standout school consistently outperforms the state averages on standardized tests, particularly in English Language Arts and Science, ranking it among the top 14% of elementary schools in Michigan.
The school's diverse student population, with 65.16% White, 8.71% African American, 13.59% Hispanic, and 11.5% two or more races, contributes to a rich learning environment. With a relatively high per-student spending of $11,781, the school has access to adequate resources to support its students' academic success. However, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 23.1% is an area that could be improved to further enhance student outcomes.
Overall, the Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center stands out as a high-performing, diverse, and well-resourced elementary school within the Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center district, providing a quality education to its students.
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