Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center serves 21 students in grades 3-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 21 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center is 0.60, 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%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center?
21 students attend Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center?
Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Lighthouse Academy Ottawa Juvenile Detention Center is part of Lighthouse Academy School District.
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