Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: VERN VAN Y. SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district in Burton, MI, encompassing approximately 9.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center's student population of 48 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Rooted in Community. Growing Through Experience. Thriving Through Learning.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
21-39%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolverines
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center?
The graduation rate of Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center is 21-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center?
48 students attend Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center students are White, 33% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center?
Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center offer ?
Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center part of?
Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center is part of Atherton Community Schools.
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