Serving 125 students in grades 7-12, Northwest Alternative High 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwest Alternative High School's student population of 125 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 300% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Alternative High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Alternative High School is 0.51, 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
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
68%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Alternative High School's ranking?
Northwest Alternative High School is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Northwest Alternative High School often compared to?
Northwest Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Alternative Education, Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest Alternative High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northwest Alternative High School?
125 students attend Northwest Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Northwest Alternative High School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Alternative High School?
Northwest Alternative High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Alternative High School offer ?
Northwest Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Alternative High School part of?
Northwest Alternative High School is part of Northwest Community Schools School District.
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