School Overview
Knapp Charter Academy, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Operated by National Heritage Academies, the school is part of a larger network of charter schools that emphasizes a standardized, back-to-basics educational approach. The academy is committed to providing a rigorous academic environment that focuses on core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, while simultaneously integrating character development into the daily curriculum to help students grow both intellectually and ethically.

The school places a strong emphasis on the partnership between teachers, students, and parents, fostering a structured atmosphere designed to prepare students for high school and beyond. By focusing on individualized instruction and measurable academic growth, Knapp Charter Academy aims to provide an alternative educational option for families in the Grand Rapids area. Through its association with National Heritage Academies, the school utilizes a proven educational model that prioritizes student achievement, community engagement, and the cultivation of strong moral values.
398
Total Students
28.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Knapp Charter Academy
Demographic Student Count
White117
Hispanic74
Black137
Asian2
Two or More66
American Indian2
  • Black
    137 (34.4%)
  • White
    117 (29.4%)
  • Hispanic
    74 (18.6%)
  • Two or More
    66 (16.6%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Knapp Charter Academy
Phone: (616)364-1100
Website: http://www.nhaschools.com/schools/knapp-charter-academy/en
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 398
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 28.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 271
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 34
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 75
Grade 1 56
Grade 2 60
Grade 3 49
Grade 4 41
Grade 5 30
Grade 6 28
Grade 7 31
Grade 8 28

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Knapp Charter Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten75
Grade 156
Grade 260
Grade 349
Grade 441
Grade 530
Grade 628
Grade 731
Grade 828
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Knapp Charter Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20351%
Male19549%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)