Serving 64 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 32:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center's student population of 64 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
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Rooted in Community. Growing Through Experience. Thriving Through Learning.
School Mascot
Wolverines
School Rankings
The diversity score of Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
39%
18%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center?
64 students attend Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center students are White, 39% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center?
Atherton Vern Van Y Educational Center has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 School District.
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