Serving 74 students in grades 9-12, Berrien Springs Discovery Academy 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Berrien Springs Alternative Education Center encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 58.9 square miles in Berrien Springs, MI. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy's student population of 74 students has declined by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Inspiring and motivating students to reach their full potential.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is 0.61, 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)
≤20%
35%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
48%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤20%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
11-19%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Berrien Springs Discovery Academy often compared to?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Berrien Springs Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy?
The graduation rate of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is 11-19%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Berrien Springs Discovery Academy?
74 students attend Berrien Springs Discovery Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy students are White, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berrien Springs Discovery Academy?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Berrien Springs Discovery Academy offer ?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Berrien Springs Discovery Academy part of?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is part of Berrien Springs School District.
In what neighborhood is Berrien Springs Discovery Academy located?
Berrien Springs Discovery Academy is located in the Oronoko charter Township neighborhood of Berrien Springs, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Oronoko charter Township.
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