Serving 25 students in grades 9-12, Career Preparation ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
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 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% 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
Career Preparation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Career Preparation's student population of 25 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Career Preparation is 0.64, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
36%
18%
White
48%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 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 43% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Career Preparation?
The graduation rate of Career Preparation is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Career Preparation?
25 students attend Career Preparation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Career Preparation students are White, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Career Preparation?
Career Preparation has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Career Preparation offer ?
Career Preparation offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Career Preparation part of?
Career Preparation is part of Novi Community School District.
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