Serving 15 students in grades 9-12, Unity Alternative School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Unity Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Unity Alternative School's student population of 15 students has declined by 6% 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
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Unity Alternative School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
66%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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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 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Unity Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Unity Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Unity Alternative School?
15 students attend Unity Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Unity Alternative School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Unity Alternative School?
Unity Alternative School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Unity Alternative School offer ?
Unity Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Unity Alternative School part of?
Unity Alternative School is part of Lowell Area Schools School District.
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