Serving 26 students in grades 4-12, Maurice Spear Campus 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maurice Spear Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Maurice Spear Campus's student population of 26 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maurice Spear Campus 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 Maurice Spear Campus is 0.49, 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
#2222 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
69%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maurice Spear Campus's ranking?
Maurice Spear Campus is ranked #2222 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Maurice Spear Campus often compared to?
Maurice Spear Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Gus Harrison Correctional Facility, Madison High School by visitors of our site.
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 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Maurice Spear Campus?
26 students attend Maurice Spear Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Maurice Spear Campus students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maurice Spear Campus?
Maurice Spear Campus has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maurice Spear Campus offer ?
Maurice Spear Campus offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Maurice Spear Campus part of?
Maurice Spear Campus is part of Lenawee Independent School District.
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