Serving 31 students in grades 9-12, Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 31:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education's student population of 31 students has grown by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is 0.23, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education's ranking?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education?
31 students attend Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education offer ?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education part of?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is part of Chesaning Union Schools School District.
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