Serving 13 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- 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
School Overview
Spring Lake Alternative Education's student population of 13 students has declined by 59% 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
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Big Enough to Challenge, Small Enough to Care
School Rankings
The diversity score of Spring Lake Alternative Education is 0.26, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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 81.8%.
How many students attend Spring Lake Alternative Education?
13 students attend Spring Lake Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Spring Lake Alternative Education students are White, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Lake Alternative Education?
Spring Lake Alternative Education has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Spring Lake Alternative Education offer ?
Spring Lake Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spring Lake Alternative Education part of?
Spring Lake Alternative Education is part of Spring Lake School District.
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