Ingham County Youth Center serves 12 students in grades 3-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ingham County Youth Center's student population of 12 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ingham County Youth Center is 0.61, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
58%
18%
White
8%
63%
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ingham County Youth Center?
12 students attend Ingham County Youth Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ingham County Youth Center students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ingham County Youth Center?
Ingham County Youth Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ingham County Youth Center offer ?
Ingham County Youth Center offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ingham County Youth Center part of?
Ingham County Youth Center is part of Lansing Public School District.
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