Serving 396 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Capital Area K12 Online ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 40:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital Area K12 Online ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Capital Area K12 Online's student population of 396 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Capital Area K12 Online ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capital Area K12 Online is 0.76, which is more 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
#2877 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
27%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Capital Area K12 Online's ranking?
Capital Area K12 Online is ranked #2877 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital Area K12 Online?
The graduation rate of Capital Area K12 Online is 60-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Capital Area K12 Online?
396 students attend Capital Area K12 Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Capital Area K12 Online students are Black, 27% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capital Area K12 Online?
Capital Area K12 Online has a student ration of 40:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Capital Area K12 Online offer ?
Capital Area K12 Online offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Capital Area K12 Online part of?
Capital Area K12 Online is part of Lansing Public School District.
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