Serving 118 students in grades 9-12, Allegan Alternative High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Allegan Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allegan Alternative High School's ranking?
Allegan Alternative High School is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Allegan Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Allegan Alternative High School is 10%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Allegan Alternative High School?
118 students attend Allegan Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Allegan Alternative High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allegan Alternative High School?
Allegan Alternative High School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Allegan Alternative High School offer ?
Allegan Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Allegan Alternative High School part of?
Allegan Alternative High School is part of Allegan School District.
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