Serving 29 students in grades 9-12, Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education's student population of 29 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1971
School Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education is 0.49, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education's ranking?
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education?
The graduation rate of Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education?
29 students attend Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education?
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education offer ?
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education part of?
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education is part of Swan Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education located?
Swan Valley Adult And Alternative Education is located in the Shields neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Shields.
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