Serving 15 students in grades 6-12, Clarence Fischer Center ranks in the top 50% 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pioneer Work and Learn Center's attendance zone covers the entire district in Vassar, MI, encompassing approximately 85 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.4 miles and the furthest edge located 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarence Fischer Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Clarence Fischer Center's student population of 15 students has declined by 84% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
15 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
1 teacher
Showing 2014–2024. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Clarence Fischer Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarence Fischer Center is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1428 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Black
67%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≤20%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)6.7%
41.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarence Fischer Center's ranking?
Clarence Fischer Center is ranked #1428 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarence Fischer Center?
The graduation rate of Clarence Fischer Center is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Clarence Fischer Center?
15 students attend Clarence Fischer Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Clarence Fischer Center students are Black, and 33% of students are White.
What grades does Clarence Fischer Center offer ?
Clarence Fischer Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarence Fischer Center part of?
Clarence Fischer Center is part of Vassar School District.
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