Serving 28 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School 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 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 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School's student population of 28 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#810 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
78%
18%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School's ranking?
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School is ranked #810 out of 3,025 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 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 Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School?
The graduation rate of Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School?
28 students attend Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School students are Black, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School?
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School offer ?
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School part of?
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School is part of L'anse Creuse School District.
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