Serving 19 students in grades 9-12, Chesaning Union Schools 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 34%). 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 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education's student population of 19 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is 0.37, 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)
(21-22)<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
16:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
79%
63%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is 21-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education?
19 students attend Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education offer ?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education part of?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is part of Chesaning Union Schools.
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