Serving 131 students in grades 9-12, Lincoln 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 <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Alternative High School's student population of 131 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
131 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
to create a friendly and safe learning environment for students to achieve their academic goals.
School Rankings
Lincoln 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 Lincoln Alternative High School is 0.27, which is less 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
#1964 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
30-39%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Alternative High School's ranking?
Lincoln Alternative High School is ranked #1964 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Alternative High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Lincoln Alternative High School?
131 students attend Lincoln Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Lincoln Alternative High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Alternative High School?
Lincoln Alternative High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lincoln Alternative High School offer ?
Lincoln Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Alternative High School part of?
Lincoln Alternative High School is part of Owosso School District.
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