Serving 49 students in grades 6-12, Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 49:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 49:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (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
Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy's student population of 49 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy is 0.22, 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)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
49:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy?
The graduation rate of Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy?
49 students attend Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy?
Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy has a student ration of 49:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy offer ?
Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy part of?
Carson Citycrystal Alternative Academy is part of Carson City-Crystal Area Schools School District.
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