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Dexter Alternative School
School · Dexter Community School District
2704 BAKER RD, Dexter, MI 48130
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
18:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
18:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Dexter Alternative School
School in Dexter · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dexter Alternative School
Dexter Alternative School is a public school in Dexter, MI, part of Dexter Community School District. Dexter Alternative School serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Dexter Alternative School show 25% math proficiency (2016 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2016 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 18 students, Dexter Alternative School 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.
94% of students at Dexter Alternative School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Address
- 2704 BAKER RD, Dexter, MI 48130
- Website
- dexterschools.org
- Phone
- (734) 424-4100
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 2 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2704 BAKER RD, Dexter, MI 48130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dexter Alternative School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wines Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Ann Arbor). Another option is Dexter High School (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, Mill Creek Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Dexter, see our Dexter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creekside Intermediate School Dexter | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Wylie Elementary School Dexter | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Dexter Early Elementary Complex Dexter | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Mill Creek Middle School Dexter | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Dexter High School Dexter | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| DAYCROFT SCHOOL Ann Arbor | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL Ann Arbor | 5.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Abbot School Ann Arbor | 5.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Lakewood Elementary School Ann Arbor | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Skyline High School Ann Arbor | 5.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Honey Creek Community School Ann Arbor | 6.5 mi | 8.5 |
| High Point School Ann Arbor | 6.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Young Adult Programs Ann Arbor | 6.5 mi | — |
| LocalBased SpecEd Programs Ann Arbor | 6.5 mi | — |
| Washtenaw Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Ann Arbor | 6.5 mi | — |
| RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor | 5.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Haisley Elementary School Ann Arbor | 6.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Chelsea High School Chelsea | 6.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Wines Elementary School Ann Arbor | 6.3 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,875
Median Home Value
$453,100
Median Rent
$1,681/mo
Population
16,849
College Educated
66.5%
Homeownership
87.8%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
42.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dexter Alternative School
What grades does Dexter Alternative School serve?
Dexter Alternative School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Dexter Alternative School?
Dexter Alternative School has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dexter Alternative School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dexter Alternative School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Dexter Alternative School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dexter Alternative School has 25% math proficiency (2016 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2016 EdFacts).
Is Dexter Alternative School a charter school?
No, Dexter Alternative School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dexter Alternative School a Title I school?
No, Dexter Alternative School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dexter Alternative School?
55.6% of students at Dexter Alternative 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washtenaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 94.4%
- Phone
- (734) 424-4100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Dexter Community School District- District Enrollment
- 3,366
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,937
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