Serving 52 students in grades 9-12, Career Connections 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 <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Career Connections Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Career Connections Academy's student population of 52 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 600% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Career Connections Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Career Connections Academy is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1665 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 is Career Connections Academy's ranking?
Career Connections Academy is ranked #1665 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Career Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Career Connections Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Career Connections Academy?
52 students attend Career Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Career Connections Academy students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Career Connections Academy?
Career Connections Academy has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Career Connections Academy offer ?
Career Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Career Connections Academy part of?
Career Connections Academy is part of Wayland Union Schools School District.
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