Serving 45 students in grades 9-12, New Options High School 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 45:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Options High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
New Options High School's student population of 45 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Options High School is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 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).
What is the graduation rate of New Options High School?
The graduation rate of New Options High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend New Options High School?
45 students attend New Options High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of New Options High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Options High School?
New Options High School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Options High School offer ?
New Options High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is New Options High School part of?
New Options High School is part of Allendale School District.
School Reviews
5 6/8/2021
You work at your own pace, and are made sure to have the resources to graduate with a diploma and move on with a successful life. Ms. Henry is so supportive and an amazing person to warm up to and be able to have in any situation. Without new options, I probably would have dropped out from anxiety. regular public school just doesn''t cut it for some people. we''re not an alternative school by the way!!
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