What grades does Bethany Based School serve?

Bethany Based School operates as a Other school within the local district. The school serves families in the GRAND RAPIDS area.

Where is Bethany Based School located?

Bethany Based School is a urban school in GRAND RAPIDS, MI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Based School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Based School is 8.5:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in GRAND RAPIDS, MI?

Schools in GRAND RAPIDS include Bethany Based School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the GRAND RAPIDS area.

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Bethany Based School — School Calendar 2026-27

Other|GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan|Grand Rapids Public Schools

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503

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School Profile

Grades

4–12

Enrollment

Student:Teacher

8.5:1

Locale

Urban

District

Grand Rapids Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

47.1%

Phone

(616)245-7708

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

Math Proficiency

Graduation Rate

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,732

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$9,467

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$22,807

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 20%State 44%Local 36%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$344,543

+4.8% 1yr+40.7% 5yr

Grand Rapids, MI metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.1%

Below 150% poverty line

4.5%

Unemployment rate

5.0%

Uninsured residents

7.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,319

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,058

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

763 (37%)

Other Health Impairment

320 (16%)

Specific Learning Disability

311 (15%)

Autism

264 (13%)

Intellectual Disability

242 (12%)

Emotional Disturbance

74 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

Current enrollment

Declining(-46% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Aug 21, 2026

Board of Education - Finance Committee

Event

Fri, Aug 21, 2026

Board of Education - Finance Committee

Event

Thu, Sep 3, 2026

Board of Education - Policy Committee

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	Board of Education - Policy Committee	Event	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	Board of Education - Policy Committee	Event	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Board of Education - Governance Committee	Event	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Board of Education - Governance Committee	Event	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Board of Education - Finance Committee	Event	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Board of Education - Finance Committee	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Board of Education - Policy Committee	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Board of Education - Policy Committee	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Board of Education - Governance Committee	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Board of Education - Governance Committee	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Board of Education - Finance Committee	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Board of Education - Finance Committee	Event	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	Board of Education - Policy Committee	Event	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	Board of Education - Policy Committee	Event	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	Board of Education - Governance Committee	Event	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	Board of Education - Governance Committee	Event	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Board of Education - Finance Committee	Event	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	Board of Education - Finance Committee	Event	—
Tue, Dec 1, 2026	OCS School Board Meeting	Event	—
Tue, Dec 1, 2026	OCS School Board Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Board of Education - Policy Committee	Event	—
Thu, Dec 3, 2026	Board of Education - Policy Committee	Event	—