Serving 12 students in grades 4-12, Calhoun County Juvenile Home ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 4-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calhoun County Juvenile Home ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Calhoun County Juvenile Home's student population of 12 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Calhoun County Juvenile Home is 0.57, 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)
(17-18)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
42%
18%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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 37% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calhoun County Juvenile Home?
The graduation rate of Calhoun County Juvenile Home is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Calhoun County Juvenile Home?
12 students attend Calhoun County Juvenile Home.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Calhoun County Juvenile Home students are White, 42% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calhoun County Juvenile Home?
Calhoun County Juvenile Home has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calhoun County Juvenile Home offer ?
Calhoun County Juvenile Home offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calhoun County Juvenile Home part of?
Calhoun County Juvenile Home is part of Calhoun Intermediate School District.
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