The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 80%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 80%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (10-11)
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
80%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
80%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
(10-11)n/a
1%
Asian
(10-11)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(10-11)n/a
6%
Black
(10-11)4%
19%
White
(10-11)94%
70%
Hawaiian
(10-11)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(10-11)2%
1%
Graduation Rate
(11-12)<50%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch (10-11)
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Galien Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Galien Alternative Education School?
The graduation rate of Galien Alternative Education School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 82%.
How many students attend Galien Alternative Education School?
77 students attend Galien Alternative Education School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Galien Alternative Education School students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Galien Alternative Education School offer ?
Galien Alternative Education School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Galien Alternative Education School part of?
Galien Alternative Education School is part of Galien Township School District.
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