Serving 15 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 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- 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 15 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Calhoun County Juvenile Home is 0.32, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
80%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
47%
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
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).
How many students attend Calhoun County Juvenile Home?
15 students attend Calhoun County Juvenile Home.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Calhoun County Juvenile Home students are White, and 20% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calhoun County Juvenile Home?
Calhoun County Juvenile Home has a student ration of 4:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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