Serving 216 students in grades 6-12, Crossroads Alternative High School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crossroads Alternative High School's student population of 216 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crossroads Alternative High School 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 Crossroads Alternative High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2648 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
23%
9%
Black
42%
18%
White
23%
63%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)85.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossroads Alternative High School's ranking?
Crossroads Alternative High School is ranked #2648 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crossroads Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Crossroads Alternative High School is 35-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Crossroads Alternative High School?
216 students attend Crossroads Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Crossroads Alternative High School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crossroads Alternative High School?
Crossroads Alternative High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Crossroads Alternative High School offer ?
Crossroads Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Crossroads Alternative High School part of?
Crossroads Alternative High School is part of Kentwood School District.
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