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Fruitport Alternative High School
High School · Fruitport Community Schools
3255 PONTALUNA RD, Fruitport, MI 49415
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Fruitport Alternative High School
Fruitport Alternative High School is a public high school in Fruitport, MI, part of the Fruitport Community Schools. The school serves approximately 18 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $77,140, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 18 students, Fruitport Alternative High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Fruitport Alternative High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 3255 PONTALUNA RD, Fruitport, MI 49415
- Website
- fruitportschools.net
- Phone
- (231) 865-3101
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2021).
Location
3255 PONTALUNA RD, Fruitport, MI 49415
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fruitport Alternative High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Spring Lake High School (rated 7.7/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake). Another option is WESTERN MICHIGAN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Norton Shores). Additionally, Fruitport High School (rated 4.6/10, 0.2 miles away). For more schools in Fruitport, see our Fruitport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fruitport Adult Education Fruitport | 0.0 mi | — |
| Edgewood Elementary School Fruitport | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Fruitport High School Fruitport | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Fruitport Middle School Fruitport | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Fruitport | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Shettler School Muskegon | 3.5 mi | 9.0 |
| LITTLE LAKERS LEARNING CENTER Spring Lake | 3.9 mi | — |
| Beach Elementary School Muskegon | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Spring Lake | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Holmes Elementary School Spring Lake | 4.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Spring Lake Intermediate School Spring Lake | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Spring Lake Middle School Spring Lake | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
| West MI Academy of Arts and Academics Spring Lake | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Walden Green Montessori Spring Lake | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Spring Lake High School Spring Lake | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Spring Lake Alternative Education Spring Lake | 5.0 mi | — |
| Jeffers Elementary School Spring Lake | 5.0 mi | 8.8 |
| WESTERN MICHIGAN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Norton Shores | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Lake Hills Elementary School Spring Lake | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Ferry School Grand Haven | 5.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49415 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,140
Median Home Value
$230,600
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
6,296
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
96.4%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
45.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Fruitport Alternative High School has a median household income of $77,140. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $230,600, with a median rent of $1,113/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Algonac Alternative Education Clay, MI | — |
| Beecher Alternative Education Flint, MI | — |
| Bentley High School BOLD Academy Burton, MI | — |
| Career Preparation Novi, MI | — |
| Cassopolis Alternative Ed Cassopolis, MI | — |
| Clarence Fischer Center Vassar, MI | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fruitport Alternative High School
What grades does Fruitport Alternative High School serve?
Fruitport Alternative High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Fruitport Alternative High School?
Fruitport Alternative High School has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fruitport Alternative High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fruitport Alternative High School is 9:1. 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 Fruitport Alternative High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Fruitport Alternative High School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Fruitport Alternative High School a charter school?
No, Fruitport Alternative High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fruitport Alternative High School a Title I school?
No, Fruitport Alternative High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fruitport Alternative High School?
72.2% of students at Fruitport 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (160/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Muskegon County
- Phone
- (231) 865-3101
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Fruitport Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,648
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,928
Other Schools in This District
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