Serving 21 students in grades 7-12, Algonac Alternative Education ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Algonac Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Algonac Alternative Education's student population of 21 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Algonac Alternative Education is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Algonac Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Algonac Alternative Education is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Algonac Alternative Education?
21 students attend Algonac Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Algonac Alternative Education students are White, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Algonac Alternative Education?
Algonac Alternative Education has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Algonac Alternative Education offer ?
Algonac Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Algonac Alternative Education part of?
Algonac Alternative Education is part of Algonac Community School District.
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