Average
#1402 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 44% in state
Career Connections Academy
High School · Wayland Union Schools
870 East Superior Street, Wayland, MI 49348
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
2.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,402 of 3,192
In Wayland
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Wayland Union Schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Career Connections Academy
Career Connections Academy is a public high school in Wayland, MI, part of Wayland Union Schools. Career Connections Academy serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 2.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Career Connections Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,402 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Career Connections Academy show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Career Connections Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Career Connections Academy 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.
At 2.5:1 students to teachers, Career Connections Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Career Connections Academy — Students at Career Connections Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 20 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Career Connections Academy Compares
See how Career Connections Academy 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
870 East Superior Street, Wayland, MI 49348
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Career Connections Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Martin High School (rated 7.6/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Martin), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wayland High School (rated 7.2/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hopkins High School (rated 6.6/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Hopkins), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wayland, see our Wayland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wayland High School Wayland | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| RJ Steeby School Wayland | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Wayland Union Middle School Wayland | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wayland | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Pine Street Elementary Wayland | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Bessie B Baker School Wayland | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Dorr | 4.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Dorr School Dorr | 5.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Paris Ridge Elementary Caledonia | 6.7 mi | 9.0 |
| EAST MARTIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Martin | 8.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Byron Center Charter School Byron Center | 8.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Martin High School Martin | 9.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Robert D Brandon Elem School Martin | 9.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Hopkins High School Hopkins | 7.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Sycamore Elementary School Dorr | 7.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Hopkins Middle School Hopkins | 7.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Hopkins | 7.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Middleville | 7.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Countryside Elementary School Byron Center | 9.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Page Elementary School Middleville | 7.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49348 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,267
Median Home Value
$247,200
Median Rent
$1,123/mo
Population
13,607
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| River Valley Academy Rockford, MI | 6.6 |
| Legacy High School Howell, MI | 6.5 |
| St Clair County Intervention Academy Port Huron, MI | 6.5 |
| Venture High School Imlay City, MI | 6.5 |
| Gull Lake Gateway Academy Richland, MI | 6.7 |
| Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center Edwardsburg, MI | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Career Connections Academy
What grades does Career Connections Academy serve?
Career Connections Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Career Connections Academy?
Career Connections Academy has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Career Connections Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Career Connections Academy is 2.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Career Connections Academy rank in MI?
Career Connections Academy ranks #1,402 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Career Connections Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Career Connections Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Career Connections Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Career Connections Academy has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).
Is Career Connections Academy a charter school?
No, Career Connections Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Career Connections Academy a Title I school?
No, Career Connections Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Career Connections Academy?
65.4% of students at Career Connections Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Allegan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 92.3%
- Phone
- (269) 792-2254
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
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District
Wayland Union Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,765
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,953
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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