Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center serves 18 students in grades 5-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center's student population of 18 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
61%
18%
White
22%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
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
How many students attend Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center?
18 students attend Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center students are Black, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center?
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center offer ?
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center part of?
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center is part of Lighthouse Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center located?
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center is located in the McLaughlin neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in McLaughlin.
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