NexTech High School
Charter School
144 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
NexTech High School, located in the West Side neighborhood of Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school that utilizes a unique "blended learning" model. This approach combines the flexibility of online curriculum with the support of a traditional classroom environment. By integrating face-to-face instruction from certified teachers with digital coursework, the school aims to provide a personalized educational experience that allows students to learn at their own pace while still benefiting from mentorship and a collaborative peer community.
The school is designed to meet the diverse needs of students by offering a schedule that is more flexible than a traditional high school, making it an attractive option for those who may need to balance their education with work, extracurricular activities, or other personal responsibilities. NexTech focuses on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that path leads to college, career training, or the workforce. Through its connection to the Nexus Academy network, the school emphasizes a tech-forward environment, ensuring that students gain the digital literacy and self-management skills necessary for success in the modern world.
The school is designed to meet the diverse needs of students by offering a schedule that is more flexible than a traditional high school, making it an attractive option for those who may need to balance their education with work, extracurricular activities, or other personal responsibilities. NexTech focuses on preparing students for life after graduation, whether that path leads to college, career training, or the workforce. Through its connection to the Nexus Academy network, the school emphasizes a tech-forward environment, ensuring that students gain the digital literacy and self-management skills necessary for success in the modern world.
144
Total Students
9.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 58 |
| Hispanic | 42 |
| Black | 35 |
| Two or More | 9 |
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White58 (40.3%)
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Hispanic42 (29.2%)
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Black35 (24.3%)
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Two or More9 (6.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NexTech High School |
| Phone: | (616)458-4992 |
| Website: | http://www.nextechhigh.org/grand-rapids |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 144 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 9.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 119 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
11
Grade 10
35
Grade 11
48
Grade 12
50
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 11 |
| Grade 10 | 35 |
| Grade 11 | 48 |
| Grade 12 | 50 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 72 | 50% |
| Male | 72 | 50% |
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