Serving 16 students in grades 6-12, Way East Jackson ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 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 equal to the Michigan state average of 50%).
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Way East Jackson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Way East Jackson's student population of 16 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
1 teacher
Year Founded
2014
Colors
Blue and Gold
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Way East Jackson is 0.34, 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)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
50%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
81%
63%
Two or more races
6%
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
88%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Way East Jackson often compared to?
Way East Jacksonis often viewed alongside schools like Western High School, Yale Senior High School by visitors of our site.
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 50% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Way East Jackson?
The graduation rate of Way East Jackson is 21-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Way East Jackson?
16 students attend Way East Jackson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Way East Jackson students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Way East Jackson offer ?
Way East Jackson offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Way East Jackson part of?
Way East Jackson is part of East Jackson Community Schools.
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