Serving 30 students in grades 9-12, Charem Alternative Schools 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 30:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- 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
Charem Alternative Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Charem Alternative Schools's student population of 30 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Charem Alternative Schools is 0.28, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
17:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Charem Alternative Schools?
30 students attend Charem Alternative Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Charem Alternative Schools students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charem Alternative Schools?
Charem Alternative Schools has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charem Alternative Schools offer ?
Charem Alternative Schools offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charem Alternative Schools part of?
Charem Alternative Schools is part of Charlevoix-Emmet Independent School District.
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