Grand Rapids Public Schools
Primary and Secondary EducationMichigan, United States1001-5000 Employees
Grand Rapids Public Schools is a K-12 education district serving the West Michigan region from its base in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The district comprises 40 schools and focuses on preparing students for real-world experiences, reflecting its long-standing role in primary and secondary education in the area. With a workforce of several thousand staff across the district, GRPS supports a wide range of educational programs and initiatives aimed at improving student learning and outcomes. Recent developments include the launch of new programs and facilities, such as the Native American Education Program Library and the Innovation Central High School, along with the introduction of electric school buses to modernize transportation. The organization engages with broader community and institutional partners and maintains its operations within the publicly funded education landscape, continuing to evolve through leadership changes and ongoing program enhancements.