Serving 46 students in grades 9-12, Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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 46:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 46:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 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
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center's student population of 46 students has grown by 15% 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
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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 Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is 0.24, 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
46:1
16:1
Hispanic
4%
9%
White
87%
63%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center's ranking?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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 Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
46 students attend Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center has a student ration of 46:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center part of?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is part of Edwardsburg School District.
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