Serving 114 students in grades 9-12, Muskegon Community Education Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muskegon Community Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Muskegon Community Education Center's student population of 114 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Muskegon Community Education Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muskegon Community Education Center is 0.51, 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
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
68%
18%
White
15%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muskegon Community Education Center's ranking?
Muskegon Community Education Center is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Muskegon Community Education Center?
The graduation rate of Muskegon Community Education Center is 60-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Muskegon Community Education Center?
114 students attend Muskegon Community Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Muskegon Community Education Center students are Black, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muskegon Community Education Center?
Muskegon Community Education Center has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Muskegon Community Education Center offer ?
Muskegon Community Education Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Muskegon Community Education Center part of?
Muskegon Community Education Center is part of Muskegon Public Schools Of The City Of School District.
In what neighborhood is Muskegon Community Education Center located?
Muskegon Community Education Center is located in the Nelson neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Nelson.
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