Serving 25 students in grades 1-12, Muskegon River Youth Home ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muskegon River Youth Home's student population of 25 students has declined by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Mavericks
School Rankings
The diversity score of Muskegon River Youth Home is 0.59, 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)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
56%
18%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mavericks
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 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Muskegon River Youth Home?
The graduation rate of Muskegon River Youth Home is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 86%.
How many students attend Muskegon River Youth Home?
25 students attend Muskegon River Youth Home.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Muskegon River Youth Home students are Black, 28% of students are White, and 16% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muskegon River Youth Home?
Muskegon River Youth Home has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Muskegon River Youth Home offer ?
Muskegon River Youth Home offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Muskegon River Youth Home part of?
Muskegon River Youth Home is part of Mecosta-Osceola ISD School District.
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