Below Average
#2546 of 3,192 schools in MI
Davison Alternative Education
High School · Davison Community Schools
1250 NORTH OAK RD, Davison, MI 48423
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,546 of 3,192
In Davison
#9 of 9
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
Davison Community Schools
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Davison Alternative Education
Davison Alternative Education is a public high school in Davison, MI, part of Davison Community Schools. Davison Alternative Education serves approximately 140 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Davison Alternative Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,546 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Davison Alternative Education show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 140 students, Davison Alternative Education 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 Davison Alternative Education 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 7:1 students to teachers, Davison Alternative Education 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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Davison Alternative Education — Students at Davison Alternative Education score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.4%
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: 7.6/10.
How Davison Alternative Education Compares
See how Davison Alternative Education 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
1250 NORTH OAK RD, Davison, MI 48423
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Davison Alternative Education may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Davison High School (rated 6.7/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bentley Senior High School (rated 5.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Burton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Davison, see our Davison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Davison High School Davison | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomson Elementary School Davison | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Central Elementary School Davison | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Hahn Intermediate School Davison | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Davison Middle School Davison | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Hill Elementary School Davison | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Gates Elementary School Davison | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Siple Elementary School Davison | 4.8 mi | 6.8 |
| FAITH BAPTIST SCHOOL Davison | 4.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Michigan International Prep School Elsie | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Bentley Senior High School Burton | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Bentley High School BOLD Academy Burton | 4.5 mi | — |
| Bentley Middle School Burton | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Barhitte Elementary School Burton | 4.7 mi | 4.5 |
| GENESEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burton | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Leota Fiedler Elementary School Flint | 5.2 mi | 5.5 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burton | 5.0 mi | — |
| Armstrong Middle School Flint | 5.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Kate Dowdall Elementary School Flint | 5.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Reid Elementary School Goodrich | 7.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,096
Median Home Value
$209,400
Median Rent
$953/mo
Population
33,508
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academic and Career Education Academy Midland, MI | 4.9 |
| Northview Next Learning Center Grand Rapids, MI | 4.9 |
| WAY Academy Vernor Site Detroit, MI | 4.9 |
| Bridge Academy of Southwest Michigan Benton Harbor, MI | 5.0 |
| Covenant High School East Detroit, MI | 5.0 |
| Covenant High School Southwest Detroit, MI | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Davison Alternative Education
What grades does Davison Alternative Education serve?
Davison Alternative Education serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Davison Alternative Education?
Davison Alternative Education has an enrollment of approximately 140 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Davison Alternative Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Davison Alternative Education is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Davison Alternative Education rank in MI?
Davison Alternative Education ranks #2,546 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Davison Alternative Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Davison Alternative Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Davison Alternative Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Davison Alternative Education has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Davison Alternative Education a charter school?
No, Davison Alternative Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Davison Alternative Education a Title I school?
No, Davison Alternative Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Davison Alternative Education?
76.4% of students at Davison Alternative Education 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
- 140
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Genesee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.0%
- Phone
- (810) 591-1022
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
Davison Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,470
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,354
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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