Serving 1,268 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Michigan Online 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 5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 45% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michigan Online School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Michigan Online School's student population of 1,268 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 246% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Michigan Online 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 Michigan Online School is 0.64, which is more 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
#2530 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
53%
63%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Michigan Online School's ranking?
Michigan Online School is ranked #2530 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Michigan Online School?
The graduation rate of Michigan Online School is 45%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Michigan Online School?
1,268 students attend Michigan Online School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Michigan Online School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michigan Online School?
Michigan Online School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Michigan Online School offer ?
Michigan Online School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Michigan Online School part of?
Michigan Online School is part of Michigan Online School District.
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