New Branches Charter Academy

New Branches Charter Academy

Charter Elementary, Middle School | Grade K-8
3662 Poinsettia Ave SE,  Grand Rapids, MI
5.0
3.3
398 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. T Larkin
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
32%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
22%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.2%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
197:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
Black
51.4%
Hispanic
25.1%
White
8.9%
Two or more races
7.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.7%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 NicheUser
3/16/2022
New Branches is a great local community school. They offer such a unique opportunity with so much nature in the middle of the city. Great welcoming and supportive feel!
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 31 Reviews
2.0 other
10/17/2024
I've been here for so many years and it's gotten worse and worse. I have so many complaints about this school it's not good. They yell at little little kids especially tk-3 grade teachers. They have no shame about doing it either. They only clean busses and the school when it's time for a health ins...
5.0 parent
3/16/2022
NBCA provides a wonderfully unique approach to education. They provide an awesome STEAM program that leans into environmental education. They also have a great student advocates that provide awesome supports for student's mental and emotional well being.
5.0 other
3/16/2022
The community feel is outstanding. Feeling welcomed by each person I have interacted with. Also, what a great opportunity to have so much nature in the middle of the city! Check it out.
5.0 other
2/11/2022
New Branches provides a positive learning environment and a culture where children learn to become responsible citizens, and life-long learners

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New Branches Charter Academy is a charter school for students in grades K-8 located at 3662 Poinsettia Ave SE in Grand Rapids, MI. The school has a total enrollment of 398 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 22% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. New Branches Charter Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $317,485. Discover additional schools in the area, like Grand River Preparatory High School, Brookwood Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Grand Rapids has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near New Branches Charter Academy.

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