Serving 469 students in grades 9-12, Voyageur College Prep 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Voyageur College Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Voyageur College Prep's student population of 469 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 442% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Voyageur College Prep 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 Voyageur College Prep is 0.40, 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
#2826 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
75%
18%
White
2%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Voyageur College Prep's ranking?
Voyageur College Prep is ranked #2826 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Voyageur College Prep?
The graduation rate of Voyageur College Prep is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Voyageur College Prep?
469 students attend Voyageur College Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Voyageur College Prep students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Voyageur College Prep?
Voyageur College Prep has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Voyageur College Prep offer ?
Voyageur College Prep offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Voyageur College Prep part of?
Voyageur College Prep is part of Voyageur Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Voyageur College Prep located?
Voyageur College Prep is located in the Chadsey Condon neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Chadsey Condon.
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