Grand Rapids Hebrew Academy
School Notes Overview:
The Purpose of the Grand Rapids Hebrew Academy is to provide the Jewish children of the community with an appreciation and understanding of their religion along with a solid secular education; and to offer young families, who desire a Jewish education for their children, the option of remaining in Grand Rapids. The philosophy of Academy is Children should be educated in a stimulating and warm environment in which they are encouraged to develop intellectually, emotionally, physically, morally, and spiritually. We believe that every child is special and must be seen as an individual to develop and grow....
School Overview:
Grand Rapids Hebrew Academy |
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| School Type | Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis | |
| School Membership(s) | Other religious school association(s) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Jewish | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 1 - 6 | |
| County | Kent County, MI | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 12 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(MI) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | n/a | 21% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 1 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 2 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 2 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 3 teachers | |
This School |
(MI) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:3 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- The Purpose of the Grand Rapids Hebrew Academy is to provide the Jewish children of the community with an appreciation and understanding of their religion along with a solid secular education; and to offer young families, who desire a Jewish education for their children, the option of remaining in Grand Rapids. The philosophy of Academy is Children should be educated in a stimulating and warm environment in which they are encouraged to develop intellectually, emotionally, physically, morally, and spiritually. We believe that every child is special and must be seen as an individual to develop and grow.
- Profile last updated: 03/04/2009
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (49506) | School Zip (49506) |
(MI) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 33,864 people | 9,937,974 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 54% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 34 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.6 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $52,248 | $46,742 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6.7 rooms | 5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 58 years old | 46 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (49506) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 74% / 26% | 71% / 29% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Plymouth Christian Elementary School - 234 students - 1.5 mi. away - view location
- St Thomas The Apostle School - 303 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
- St. Stephen School - 262 students - 1.9 mi. away - view location
- St Isidore Catholic Elementary School - 116 students - 2.0 mi. away - view location
- Creston Christian School - 265 students - 2.3 mi. away - view location
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