Serving 85 students in grades 6-12, Columbia Alternative Education 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 11-19% (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 21:1 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 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (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
Columbia Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Columbia Alternative Education's student population of 85 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Columbia Alternative Education 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 Columbia Alternative Education is 0.22, 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
#1849 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
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
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Alternative Education's ranking?
Columbia Alternative Education is ranked #1849 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Columbia Alternative Education often compared to?
Columbia Alternative Educationis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Connect, Western High School, Adrian Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% 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 Columbia Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Columbia Alternative Education is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Columbia Alternative Education?
85 students attend Columbia Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Columbia Alternative Education students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia Alternative Education?
Columbia Alternative Education has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia Alternative Education offer ?
Columbia Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Alternative Education part of?
Columbia Alternative Education is part of Columbia School District.
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