Morley Stanwood Alternative School serves 41 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
41 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)<50%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 78% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morley Stanwood Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Morley Stanwood Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 82%.
How many students attend Morley Stanwood Alternative School?
41 students attend Morley Stanwood Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Morley Stanwood Alternative School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morley Stanwood Alternative School?
Morley Stanwood Alternative School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morley Stanwood Alternative School offer ?
Morley Stanwood Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Morley Stanwood Alternative School part of?
Morley Stanwood Alternative School is part of Morley Stanwood Community Schools School District.
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