Serving 65 students in grades 9-12, Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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 33:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (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
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center's student population of 65 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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 Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is 0.11, 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
33:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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
What is Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center's ranking?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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 Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is 60-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
65 students attend Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center offer ?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center part of?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is part of Edwardsburg School District.
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