Alternative Ed. Center serves 53 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
53 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
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
How many students attend Alternative Ed. Center?
53 students attend Alternative Ed. Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Alternative Ed. Center students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alternative Ed. Center?
Alternative Ed. Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alternative Ed. Center offer ?
Alternative Ed. Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alternative Ed. Center part of?
Alternative Ed. Center is part of Whittemore-Prescott Area Schools.
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