Serving 92 students in grades 9-12, Berrien Springs Discovery Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 46:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy's student population of 92 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
92 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is 0.60, which is more 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)
(20-21)≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
46:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
17%
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy?
The graduation rate of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is 50-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Berrien Springs Discovery Academy?
92 students attend Berrien Springs Discovery Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy has a student ration of 46:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berrien Springs Discovery Academy offer ?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Berrien Springs Discovery Academy part of?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is part of Berrien Springs School District.
In what neighborhood is Berrien Springs Discovery Academy located?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is located in the Oronoko charter Township neighborhood of Berrien Springs, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Oronoko charter Township.
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