Serving 151 students in grades 9-12, Vandenboom Alternative High School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vandenboom Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Vandenboom Alternative High School's student population of 151 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Vandenboom Alternative High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vandenboom Alternative High School is 0.33, 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
#2390 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Vandenboom Alternative High School's ranking?
Vandenboom Alternative High School is ranked #2390 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Vandenboom Alternative High School often compared to?
Vandenboom Alternative High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birchview School, Cherry Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vandenboom Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Vandenboom Alternative High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Vandenboom Alternative High School?
151 students attend Vandenboom Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Vandenboom Alternative High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vandenboom Alternative High School?
Vandenboom Alternative High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vandenboom Alternative High School offer ?
Vandenboom Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vandenboom Alternative High School part of?
Vandenboom Alternative High School is part of Marquette Area School District.
In what neighborhood is Vandenboom Alternative High School located?
Vandenboom Alternative High School is located in the Trowbridge Park neighborhood of Marquette, MI.
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