Serving 96 students in grades 6-8, West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 48:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 48:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School's student population of 96 students has grown by 166% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
96 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
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School Rankings
West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School 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 West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School is 0.55, 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
#2291 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
48:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Black
13%
18%
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White
64%
63%
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Two or more races
12%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
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 is West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School's ranking?
West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School is ranked #2291 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School?
96 students attend West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School?
West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School has a student ration of 48:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School offer ?
West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School part of?
West Michigan Virtual Battle Creek Middle School is part of Berrien Springs School District.
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