GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (GRPS) — Grand Rapids Public Schools is now accepting theme school applications for the 2026–27 school year.
GRPS offers families a wide range of themed educational experiences designed to match scholars’ interests, strengths, and learning styles. Options include the nationally recognized Blue Ribbon City High Middle School, dual language immersion at Southwest Académie Bilingüe, college and career preparatory pathways at Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy and Innovation Central High School, rigorous academics at Gerald R. Ford Academic Center, and creative arts programming at Coit Creative Arts Academy. Scholars can also engage in hands-on learning at multiple environmental science schools, explore Montessori programs across the district, and choose from many more options available at every grade level.
“We take pride in offering diverse educational experiences that empower every child to thrive,” said Superintendent Dr. Leadriane Roby. “With graduation rates at record highs and historic investments transforming learning spaces across our city, now is the time to make GRPS your choice.”
Theme School Application Windows
- Round 1: Jan. 5 – Feb. 1
- Round 2: Feb. 16 – March 15
- Round 3: March 30 – May 1
The following GRPS Theme Schools are available by school application:
- Blandford School
- CA Frost Environmental Science Academy Elementary
- CA Frost Environmental Science Middle High School
- Center for Economicology
- City High Middle School
- Coit Creative Arts Academy
- Gerald R. Ford Academic Center
- Grand Rapids Montessori Academy
- Grand Rapids Montessori Middle High School
- Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School
- Grand Rapids Public Museum High School
- Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy
- Innovation Central High School
- North Park Montessori
- Ottawa Hills High School Early Middle College & Academies
- Ridgemoor Park Montessori
- Sherwood Park Global Studies Academy
- Southwest Elementary School- Academie Bilingue
- Southwest Middle High School- Academie Bilingue
- Zoo School
Families can learn more about the application process and apply online at grps.org/apply.
GRPS Expo & Information Fair
Families are invited to explore all GRPS schools, including neighborhood schools, and meet school leaders at the GRPS Expo and Information Fair on Wednesday, January 28, from 4:30–6:30 p.m. at GRPS University, 1400 Fuller Ave. NE. Free dinner will be provided by Dean Transportation.
Enrollment for all GRPS schools begins in March.
