Serving 37 students in grades 5-12, Climaxscotts 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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- 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
Climaxscotts Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Climaxscotts Virtual Academy's student population of 37 students has grown by 117% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Climaxscotts Virtual Academy is 0.28, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
84%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
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
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 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 Climaxscotts Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Climaxscotts Virtual Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Climaxscotts Virtual Academy?
37 students attend Climaxscotts Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Climaxscotts Virtual Academy students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Climaxscotts Virtual Academy?
Climaxscotts Virtual Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Climaxscotts Virtual Academy offer ?
Climaxscotts Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Climaxscotts Virtual Academy part of?
Climaxscotts Virtual Academy is part of Climax-Scotts Community Schools School District.
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