Serving 67 students in grades 9-12, Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 67 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center's student population of 67 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is 0.19, 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
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center's ranking?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is ranked #758 out of 2,925 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 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
67 students attend Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center part of?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is part of Edwardsburg Public Schools School District.
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