Serving 16 students in grades 5-12, Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs's student population of 16 students has grown by 220% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs is 0.50, 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)
(14-15)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
56%
18%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 37% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
How many students attend Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs?
16 students attend Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs students are Black, and 44% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs?
Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs offer ?
Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs part of?
Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs is part of Washtenaw Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs located?
Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs is located in the Burns Park neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Burns Park.
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