Serving 35 students in grades 9-12, Spring Lake Alternative Education 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 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 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
Spring Lake Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Spring Lake Alternative Education's student population of 35 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Lake Alternative Education 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 Spring Lake Alternative Education is 0.40, 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
18:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
77%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Lake Alternative Education's ranking?
Spring Lake Alternative Education is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
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 Spring Lake Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Spring Lake Alternative Education is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Spring Lake Alternative Education?
35 students attend Spring Lake Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Spring Lake Alternative Education students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Lake Alternative Education?
Spring Lake Alternative Education has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spring Lake Alternative Education offer ?
Spring Lake Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Spring Lake Alternative Education part of?
Spring Lake Alternative Education is part of Spring Lake Public Schools School District.
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