Serving 44 students in grades 9-12, Pearl Alternativeadult Education School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher 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: 44 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 44:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl Alternativeadult Education School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pearl Alternativeadult Education School's student population of 44 students has grown by 214% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pearl Alternativeadult Education School is 0.53, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
44:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
57%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
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 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pearl Alternativeadult Education School?
The graduation rate of Pearl Alternativeadult Education School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Pearl Alternativeadult Education School?
44 students attend Pearl Alternativeadult Education School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Pearl Alternativeadult Education School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl Alternativeadult Education School?
Pearl Alternativeadult Education School has a student ration of 44:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pearl Alternativeadult Education School offer ?
Pearl Alternativeadult Education School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pearl Alternativeadult Education School part of?
Pearl Alternativeadult Education School is part of Fennville School District.
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