Serving 2,612 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lighthouse Connections Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 47:1 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)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 47:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lighthouse Connections Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lighthouse Connections Academy's student population of 2,612 students has grown by 853% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 833% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
2,612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lighthouse Connections Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lighthouse Connections Academy is 0.62, 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
#582 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
47:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
55%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lighthouse Connections Academy's ranking?
Lighthouse Connections Academy is ranked #582 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lighthouse Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Lighthouse Connections Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lighthouse Connections Academy?
2,612 students attend Lighthouse Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Lighthouse Connections Academy students are White, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lighthouse Connections Academy?
Lighthouse Connections Academy has a student ration of 47:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lighthouse Connections Academy offer ?
Lighthouse Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Lighthouse Connections Academy part of?
Lighthouse Connections Academy is part of Lighthouse Connections Academy School District.
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