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#1524 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 48% in state
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center
High School · Edwardsburg Public Schools
69410 SECTION ST, Edwardsburg, MI 49112
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
32.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
65
Student-Teacher
32.5:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,524 of 3,192
In Edwardsburg
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Edwardsburg Public Schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is a public high school in Edwardsburg, MI, part of Edwardsburg Public Schools. Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center serves approximately 65 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 32.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,524 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 65 students, Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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 Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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.
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center runs 32.5:1 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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Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center — Students at Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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
64.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 9.7/10.
How Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center Compares
See how Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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
69410 SECTION ST, Edwardsburg, MI 49112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Edwardsburg High School (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Penn High School (rated 7.5/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Mishawaka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edwardsburg, see our Edwardsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edwardsburg High School Edwardsburg | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Edwardsburg Middle School Edwardsburg | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Edwardsburg Intermediate School Edwardsburg | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Edwardsburg Primary School Edwardsburg | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Mary Frank Harris Elementary Sch Granger | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Northpoint Elementary School Granger | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Horizon Elementary School Granger | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Discovery Middle School Granger | 4.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Eagle Lake Elementary School Edwardsburg | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Elkhart | 4.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Cleveland Elementary School Elkhart | 5.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Granger | 5.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Prairie Vista Elementary School Granger | 5.3 mi | 8.5 |
| HowardEllis Elementary School Niles | 5.6 mi | 5.3 |
| GRANGER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granger | 5.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Bittersweet Elementary School Mishawaka | 7.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Penn High School Mishawaka | 7.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Schmucker Middle School Mishawaka | 7.7 mi | 6.5 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mishawaka | 7.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Brookside Learning Center Cassopolis | 7.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,941
Median Home Value
$231,600
Median Rent
$998/mo
Population
10,436
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
41.7
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| Viking Virtual Academy Hazel Park, MI | 6.4 |
| Youth Center School Kalamazoo, MI | 6.4 |
| Legacy High School Howell, MI | 6.5 |
| St Clair County Intervention Academy Port Huron, MI | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center
What grades does Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center serve?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 65 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is 32.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center rank in MI?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center ranks #1,524 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center a charter school?
No, Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center?
64.6% of students at Edwardsburg Alternative Learning Center 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
- 65
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cass County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.6%
- Phone
- (269) 663-1068
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Edwardsburg Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,574
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,407
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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