Serving 85 students in grades 9-12, Berrien Springs Discovery Academy 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy's student population of 85 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2376 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
64%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
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 Berrien Springs Discovery Academy's ranking?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is ranked #2376 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Berrien Springs Discovery Academy often compared to?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Berrien Springs Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy?
The graduation rate of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is 20-29%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Berrien Springs Discovery Academy?
85 students attend Berrien Springs Discovery Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Berrien Springs Discovery Academy offer ?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Berrien Springs Discovery Academy part of?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is part of Berrien Springs Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Berrien Springs Discovery Academy located?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is located in the Oronoko charter Township neighborhood of Berrien Springs, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Oronoko charter Township.
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