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Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs

High School · Great Lakes Learning Academy

2875 EYDE PKWY STE 200, East Lansing, MI 48823

Charter Virtual

Enrollment

646

Student-Teacher

29.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,355 of 3,192

In East Lansing

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Great Lakes Learning Academy

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs

5.2/10

High School in East Lansing · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS

5.5/10

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About Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs

Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is a public high school in East Lansing, MI, part of Great Lakes Learning Academy. Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 29.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,355 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs 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.

Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs runs 29.4:1 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.

Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-0.39 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness5.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate72%
AP Participation0.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio29.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,624

Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs — Students at Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2022)
School
State
45.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
5%
ELA
54.5%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
44.5%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
33.1%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs Compares

See how Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
26th percentile in MI
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.5
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
29:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
0.6% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2875 EYDE PKWY STE 200, East Lansing, MI 48823

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Okemos High School (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Okemos), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Lansing High School (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS (rated 5.5/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Lansing, see our East Lansing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS East Lansing 0.0 mi 5.5
MONTESSORI RADMOOR SCHOOL Okemos 0.5 mi 5.3
Project SEARCH Mason 1.0 mi
Bennett Woods Elementary School Okemos 1.3 mi 8.1
STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Lansing 1.4 mi
MacDonald Middle School East Lansing 1.8 mi 6.1
Marble School East Lansing 1.7 mi 6.4
Okemos Public MontessoriCentral Okemos 1.4 mi 8.8
Michigan Connections Academy Okemos 1.8 mi 5.5
Okemos High School Okemos 2.2 mi 8.1
ST THOMAS AQUINAS PARISH SCHOOL East Lansing 2.1 mi 6.9
East Lansing High School East Lansing 2.2 mi 7.7
Chippewa Middle School Okemos 2.0 mi 8.4
GREATER LANSING ISLAMIC SCHOOL East Lansing 2.0 mi 9.1
Donley Elementary School East Lansing 2.6 mi 4.8
CEDAR CLASSICAL ACADEMY Okemos 2.4 mi 6.8
Red Cedar School East Lansing 2.1 mi 7.9
Whitehills Elementary School East Lansing 2.8 mi 8.4
Kinawa School Okemos 2.3 mi 7.1
Glencairn School East Lansing 2.6 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48823 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,837

Median Home Value

$261,100

Median Rent

$1,127/mo

Population

49,379

College Educated

63.8%

Homeownership

43.9%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

31.8%

Median Age

24.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs

What grades does Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs serve?

Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs?

Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is 29.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs rank in MI?

Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs ranks #2,355 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).

Is Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs a charter school?

Yes, Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs a Title I school?

No, Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs?

66.3% of students at Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs 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

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher Ratio
29.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ingham County
4-Year Graduation
72.0%

District

Great Lakes Learning Academy
District Enrollment
863
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,624
District Rank
#2 of 2

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