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Welcome to Grand River Preparatory High School - Elevating Education, Building Character™

Grand River Preparatory High School is a tuition-free public charter school in Kentwood serving students in grades 9-12. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each student and integrate Moral Focus™ lessons into every school day. As a result, our students are well-prepared for high school and beyond. A Stanford University study found National Heritage Academies partner-school students gained the equivalent of 3.5 months of additional learning each year compared to peers.

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Get Ready! Enrollment Updates Coming by March 6

New families can expect to find out if their student has been accepted by Friday, March 6.

Thank you for choosing a school that values academic growth, strong character, and partnership with parents.

Interested in applying for the 2026-27 school year? Apply here today!

Our Academic Success by the Numbers

3 Years

Student Responsibility

Grand River Prep has outperformed the local district for the past 3 years.

3 in 4

Moral Focus™ Impact

3 out of 4 Grand River Preparatory High School parents see a positive impact from NHA's Moral Focus™ program.

100%

College Accepted

100% of NHA high school graduates are accepted to college.

Meet Your Principal

"I am so grateful to be the leader of a building and school community that includes so many stakeholders (parents, staff, students, and community members) who are all pulling in the same direction: to help our students achieve. I truly believe that I am one of those lucky people who gets to wake up each day and do what I love, which is to help students become the best versions of themselves. I have found a home at Grand River Prep where I have a staff that is just as dedicated to this as I am and am very grateful for this."

- Michael Irwin, Principal at Grand River Prep

Meet Your Principal

Why Families Trust Grand River Preparatory High School

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Academic Excellence

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Moral Focus™

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Student Responsibility

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Parent Partnership

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Structured Setting

At a Glance

9-12

Grades

640

Amazing Students

15

AP Classes

2008

Founded

Grand River Prep Parent

"I love that Grand River Prep is preparing our children for college and their future. Students are challenged academically and I appreciate that!"

More Information

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Schedule a school tour and learn more about our personalized teaching, Moral Focus™ program, after-school activities, clubs, sports, and more.

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Apply online, in person, or over the phone and don’t hesitate to ask us questions along the way! We are here for you.

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