Serving 52 students in grades 8-12, Farwell Timberland Alternative High School 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 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farwell Timberland Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Farwell Timberland Alternative High School's student population of 52 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farwell Timberland Alternative High School 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 Farwell Timberland Alternative High School is 0.00, 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)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
100%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farwell Timberland Alternative High School's ranking?
Farwell Timberland Alternative High School 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 Farwell Timberland Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Farwell Timberland Alternative High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Farwell Timberland Alternative High School?
52 students attend Farwell Timberland Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Farwell Timberland Alternative High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farwell Timberland Alternative High School?
Farwell Timberland Alternative High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farwell Timberland Alternative High School offer ?
Farwell Timberland Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Farwell Timberland Alternative High School part of?
Farwell Timberland Alternative High School is part of Farwell Area Schools School District.
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