Serving 77 students in grades 9-12, Malcolm 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malcolm High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Malcolm High School's student population of 77 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Malcolm High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malcolm High School is 0.54, 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
#2376 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
47%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
49%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malcolm High School's ranking?
Malcolm High School is ranked #2376 out of 2,925 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malcolm High School?
The graduation rate of Malcolm High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Malcolm High School?
77 students attend Malcolm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Malcolm High School students are White, 47% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malcolm High School?
Malcolm High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Malcolm High School offer ?
Malcolm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Malcolm High School part of?
Malcolm High School is part of Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/16/2009
Sault Ste. Marie Alternative High School is a great place for students to come when they feel disconnected from regular high school. If you're a parent and you don't know why your child is skipping classes- it might be because they do not feel comfortable at a normal school. The alternative school's population isn't made up of gang members and lazy bums! These are young people that need extra attention and positive teachers that are willing to help.
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