Serving 285 students in grades 9-12, Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education's student population of 285 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education is 0.63, 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
#2390 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
24%
18%
White
55%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education's ranking?
Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education is ranked #2390 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education often compared to?
Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Washtenaw Technical Middle College, Skyline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education?
285 students attend Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education students are White, 24% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education?
Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education offer ?
Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education part of?
Washtenaw Alliance For Virtual Education is part of Washtenaw Independent School District.
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