Serving 135 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Plainwell Virtual 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plainwell Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Plainwell Virtual School's student population of 135 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plainwell Virtual School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plainwell Virtual School is 0.35, 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
#2057 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
80%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Plainwell Virtual School's ranking?
Plainwell Virtual School is ranked #2057 out of 3,069 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Plainwell Virtual School?
135 students attend Plainwell Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Plainwell Virtual School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plainwell Virtual School?
Plainwell Virtual School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Plainwell Virtual School offer ?
Plainwell Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Plainwell Virtual School part of?
Plainwell Virtual School is part of Plainwell Community Schools School District.
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