Serving 321 students in grades 9-12, Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming 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%).
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 321 students
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming's student population of 321 students has grown by 211% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming 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 Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming is 0.64, which is more 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%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
33%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
49%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming's ranking?
Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming 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 Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming?
The graduation rate of Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming is 30-34%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming?
321 students attend Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming offer ?
Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming part of?
Vestaburg Community Alternative Education School Wyoming is part of Vestaburg Community Schools School District.
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