B
Good
71/100

Empower U

📚 06 – 12 🏫 High School
📍 225 MAYFIELD AVE NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
71
Repit Score
out of 100
170
Students
enrolled
5.0:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
N/A
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 5.0:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding Data not available
🏫 School Type Special Education

School Information

Address 225 MAYFIELD AVE NE
City Grand Rapids
ZIP Code 49503
District 2680620
NCES School ID 268062008363
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 49503

Understanding the community around Empower U helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $58,165
Per Capita Income $35,174
Poverty Rate 15.5%
Households Earning $100K+ 23.2%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 44.2%
High School or Higher 87.4%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $204,000
Median Rent $1,116
Owner-Occupied 37.6%
Renter-Occupied 62.4%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Empower U.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 67.1%
Female 32.9%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 57.7%
Black 18.8%
Hispanic/Latino 14.1%
Two or More Races 5.3%
Asian 3.5%
American Indian 0.6%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 170
Teachers (FTE) 34.0
Student:Teacher Ratio 5.0:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Empower U?
Empower U has a Repit School Score of 71 out of 100, earning a grade of B. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Empower U?
Empower U has 170 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.0:1.
What grades does Empower U serve?
Empower U serves grades 06 – 12 and is classified as a High School. This is a public school.
How much funding does Empower U receive per student?
Empower U receives funding data not available in per-pupil spending from its district. This is below the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Empower U in 49503 ▼
Avg Home Value
$291,641
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,503
1-Year Change
+6.2%
% Renters
62.4%

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About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026