Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Alanson Public School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alanson Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Alanson Public School's student population of 226 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alanson Public School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alanson Public School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1690 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
82%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alanson Public School's ranking?
Alanson Public School is ranked #1690 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Alanson Public School often compared to?
Alanson Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pellston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alanson Public School?
The graduation rate of Alanson Public School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Alanson Public School?
226 students attend Alanson Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Alanson Public School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alanson Public School?
Alanson Public School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alanson Public School offer ?
Alanson Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Alanson Public School part of?
Alanson Public School is part of Alanson School District.
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