Serving 45 students in grades 6-12, Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% 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
Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy's student population of 45 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy is 0.21, 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)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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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 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy?
45 students attend Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy?
Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy offer ?
Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy part of?
Carson Citycrystal Virtual Academy is part of Carson City-Crystal Area Schools School District.
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