Community Educational Resource Center 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 50%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Graduation Rate: 70-79%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1 student

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)≤10%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)20-29%
50%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1

American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)n/a
3%

Hispanic
(21-22)n/a
9%

Black
(21-22)100%
18%

White
(21-22)n/a
64%

Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
5%


Graduation Rate
(15-16)70-79%
85%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
100%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
100%
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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% MI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Educational Resource Center?
The graduation rate of Community Educational Resource Center is 70-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Community Educational Resource Center?
1 students attend Community Educational Resource Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Community Educational Resource Center students are Black.
What grades does Community Educational Resource Center offer ?
Community Educational Resource Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Community Educational Resource Center part of?
Community Educational Resource Center is part of Lake Orion Community Schools School District.
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