Serving 30 students in grades 9-12, Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education ranks in the top 30% 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 34%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education's student population of 30 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)21-39%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education's ranking?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is 21-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education?
30 students attend Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education offer ?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education part of?
Chesaning Union Schools Alternative Education is part of Chesaning Union Schools School District.
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