Thumb Correctional Facility serves 13 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 13 students
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Thumb Correctional Facility's student population of 13 students has declined by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Thumb Correctional Facility 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
69%
18%
White
23%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Thumb Correctional Facility?
The graduation rate of Thumb Correctional Facility is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Thumb Correctional Facility?
13 students attend Thumb Correctional Facility.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Thumb Correctional Facility students are Black, 23% of students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Thumb Correctional Facility offer ?
Thumb Correctional Facility offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Thumb Correctional Facility part of?
Thumb Correctional Facility is part of Michigan Department Of Corrections School District.
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