Serving 11 students in grades 6-12, Phoenix Alternative School 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 <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Phoenix Alternative School's student population of 11 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Phoenix Alternative School is 0.30, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Phoenix Alternative School?
11 students attend Phoenix Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Phoenix Alternative School students are White, and 18% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Alternative School?
Phoenix Alternative School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phoenix Alternative School offer ?
Phoenix Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phoenix Alternative School part of?
Phoenix Alternative School is part of Yale School District.
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