Serving 21 students in grades 4-12, Maurice Spear Campus ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maurice Spear Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Maurice Spear Campus's student population of 21 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
35 acres
School Rankings
Maurice Spear Campus ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maurice Spear Campus is 0.56, 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
#1428 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
Hispanic
19%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
62%
63%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maurice Spear Campus's ranking?
Maurice Spear Campus is ranked #1428 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Maurice Spear Campus often compared to?
Maurice Spear Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Gus Harrison Correctional Facility, Madison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Maurice Spear Campus?
21 students attend Maurice Spear Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Maurice Spear Campus students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maurice Spear Campus?
Maurice Spear Campus has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Maurice Spear Campus offer ?
Maurice Spear Campus offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maurice Spear Campus part of?
Maurice Spear Campus is part of Lenawee Independent School District.
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