Serving 14 students in grades 5-12, Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). 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 3:1 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 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center's student population of 14 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
50%
18%
White
22%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center?
14 students attend Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center students are Black, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 7% 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 3:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center part of?
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center is part of Muskegon Area ISD 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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