Serving 21 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lakeshore Learning 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeshore Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lakeshore Learning Center's student population of 21 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeshore Learning Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeshore Learning Center is 0.47, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2419 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
71%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeshore Learning Center's ranking?
Lakeshore Learning Center is ranked #2419 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lakeshore Learning Center?
21 students attend Lakeshore Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lakeshore Learning Center students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeshore Learning Center?
Lakeshore Learning Center has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeshore Learning Center offer ?
Lakeshore Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeshore Learning Center part of?
Lakeshore Learning Center is part of Muskegon Area Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lakeshore Learning Center located?
Lakeshore Learning Center is located in the Marquette neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Marquette.
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