Serving 55 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Lighthouse Waalkes 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lighthouse Waalkes ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lighthouse Waalkes's student population of 55 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lighthouse Waalkes ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lighthouse Waalkes is 0.59, 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
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
15%
9%
Black
60%
18%
White
18%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lighthouse Waalkes's ranking?
Lighthouse Waalkes is ranked #758 out of 2,925 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 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Lighthouse Waalkes?
55 students attend Lighthouse Waalkes.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lighthouse Waalkes students are Black, 18% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lighthouse Waalkes?
Lighthouse Waalkes has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lighthouse Waalkes offer ?
Lighthouse Waalkes offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Lighthouse Waalkes part of?
Lighthouse Waalkes is part of Lighthouse Academy School District.
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