What grades does New Options High School serve?

New Options High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Allendale area.

Where is New Options High School located?

New Options High School is a town school in Allendale, MI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Options High School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Options High School is 45:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Allendale, MI?

Schools in Allendale include New Options High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Allendale area.

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New Options High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Allendale, Michigan|Allendale Public Schools

Allendale, MI 49401

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Upcoming Events

Aug

Mon

Early Dismissalhalf_day

Half Day Y5-12th

Aug

Mon

First Day of SchoolEvent

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Aug

Fri

No SchoolStaff Day

Y5-12th

Sep

Fri

Labor Day BreakHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Wed

Education Celebration Night (Y5-3rd)Event

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Oct

Wed

Education Celebration Night (4th-12th)Event

6-8 p.m.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

Student:Teacher

45:1

Locale

Town

District

Allendale Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

57.8%

Phone

(616)892-5575

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

Math Proficiency

Graduation Rate

60-79%

Chronic Absenteeism

33.3%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Psychologists

0.17

Nurses

0.33000001

School Resource Officers

0.17

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,298

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,364

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,835

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 7%State 55%Local 38%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$344,543

+4.8% 1yr+40.7% 5yr

Grand Rapids, MI metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

14.4%

Below 150% poverty line

3.7%

Unemployment rate

3.4%

Uninsured residents

5.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

327

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

292

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

112 (38%)

Autism

50 (17%)

Specific Learning Disability

49 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

49 (17%)

Intellectual Disability

10 (3%)

Emotional Disturbance

9 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

Current enrollment

Growing(+13% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 24, 2026

Early Dismissal

half_day

Mon, Aug 24, 2026

First Day of School

Event

Fri, Aug 28, 2026

No School

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Labor Day Break No School Y5-12th	Holiday	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Education Celebration Night (Y5-3rd) 5:30-7:30 p.m.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Education Celebration Night (4th-12th) 6-8 p.m.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	No School	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break No School Y5-12th	Break	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	School Resumes	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break No School Y5-12th	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School Resumes	Event	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	Early Dismissal Half Day Y5-12th AM	half_day	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Early Dismissal Half Day Y5-12th AM	half_day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	No School Y5-12th	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Mid Winter Break No School Y5-12th	Break	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Early Dismissal Half Day Y5-12th	half_day	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	Early Dismissal Half Day Y5-12th	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	No School Y5-12th	Staff Day	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	Spring Break No School Y5-12th	Break	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	School Resumes	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	No School Y5-12th	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day Break No School Y5-12th	Holiday	—
Thu, Jun 3, 2027	Early Dismissal Half Day Y5-12th	half_day	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Early Dismissal Half Day Y5-12th	half_day	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Last Day of School Half Day Y5-12th	Event	—