Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education serves 4 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4 students
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education's student population of 4 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
4 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education is 0.38, 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
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
75%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 86%.
How many students attend Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education?
4 students attend Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education students are White, and 25% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education offer ?
Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education part of?
Galesburgaugusta Alternative Education is part of Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools School District.
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