Below Average
#2606 of 3,192 schools in MI
Cambridge Alternative High School
High School · Garden City Public Schools
28901 CAMBRIDGE ST, Garden City, MI 48135
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,606 of 3,192
In Garden City
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Garden City Public Schools
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Cambridge Alternative High School
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About Cambridge Alternative High School
Cambridge Alternative High School is a public high school in Garden City, MI, part of Garden City Public Schools. Cambridge Alternative High School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cambridge Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,606 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Cambridge Alternative High School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Cambridge Alternative High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Cambridge Alternative High School runs 26.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Cambridge Alternative High School — Students at Cambridge Alternative High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Cambridge Alternative High School Compares
See how Cambridge Alternative High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
28901 CAMBRIDGE ST, Garden City, MI 48135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cambridge Alternative High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Franklin High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Livonia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garden City High School (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,396
Median Home Value
$162,400
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
26,910
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
40.8
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|---|---|
| Starkweather Academy Fiegel Plymouth, MI | 4.8 |
| UCS Alternative Learning Center Sterling Heights, MI | 4.7 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Grand Rapids, MI | 4.9 |
| EA Johnson Memorial HS Mount Morris, MI | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cambridge Alternative High School
What grades does Cambridge Alternative High School serve?
Cambridge Alternative High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cambridge Alternative High School?
Cambridge Alternative High School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Alternative High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cambridge Alternative High School is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cambridge Alternative High School rank in MI?
Cambridge Alternative High School ranks #2,606 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Cambridge Alternative High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cambridge Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cambridge Alternative High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cambridge Alternative High School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Cambridge Alternative High School a charter school?
No, Cambridge Alternative High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cambridge Alternative High School a Title I school?
No, Cambridge Alternative High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cambridge Alternative High School?
79.3% of students at Cambridge Alternative High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 314
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Phone
- (734) 762-8430
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
Garden City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,194
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,508
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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