Beecher Alternative Education serves 21 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beecher Alternative Education's student population of 21 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beecher Alternative Education is 0.10, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
95%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Beecher Alternative Education?
21 students attend Beecher Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Beecher Alternative Education students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beecher Alternative Education?
Beecher Alternative Education has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beecher Alternative Education offer ?
Beecher Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Beecher Alternative Education part of?
Beecher Alternative Education is part of Beecher Community School District.
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