Serving 65 students in grades 7-12, Casman Alternative 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 <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Casman Alternative Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Casman Alternative Academy's student population of 65 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
65 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Your Future is Now!
School Rankings
Casman Alternative 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 Casman Alternative 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
#1665 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
80%
63%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casman Alternative Academy's ranking?
Casman Alternative Academy is ranked #1665 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Casman Alternative Academy?
The graduation rate of Casman Alternative Academy is 21-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Casman Alternative Academy?
65 students attend Casman Alternative Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Casman Alternative Academy students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Casman Alternative Academy?
Casman Alternative Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Casman Alternative Academy offer ?
Casman Alternative Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Casman Alternative Academy part of?
Casman Alternative Academy is part of Casman Alternative Academy School District.
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