Overview

Northern Trails 5/6 School is a public school in Grand Rapids, MI, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 11 elementary schools in Forest Hills Public Schools.
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School Rating

Northern Trails 5/6 School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Michigan with the same grade levels.
9/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

3777 Leonard Street Northeast
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
School leader: Mr William Cataldo
(616) 493-8990
(616) 493-8995
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