Serving 46 students in grades 6-12, Riverside Academy 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dundee Alternative High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dundee school district, covering approximately 73.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Academy's student population of 46 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Students First.
School Rankings
Riverside Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Academy is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2255 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
18%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Academy's ranking?
Riverside Academy is ranked #2255 out of 3,025 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Academy?
The graduation rate of Riverside Academy is 70-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Riverside Academy?
46 students attend Riverside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Riverside Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Academy?
Riverside Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Riverside Academy offer ?
Riverside Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Academy part of?
Riverside Academy is part of Dundee Community Schools.
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