Serving 454 students in grades 9-12, Early College Alliance ranks in the top 10% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College Alliance ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Early College Alliance's student population of 454 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Rankings
Early College Alliance ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College Alliance is 0.70, 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
#226 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
26%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
46%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College Alliance's ranking?
Early College Alliance is ranked #226 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Early College Alliance often compared to?
Early College Allianceis often viewed alongside schools like Washtenaw Technical Middle College, Washtenaw International High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Early College Alliance?
454 students attend Early College Alliance.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Early College Alliance students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early College Alliance?
Early College Alliance has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Early College Alliance offer ?
Early College Alliance offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Early College Alliance part of?
Early College Alliance is part of Washtenaw Independent School District.
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