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Maple Grove Alternative High School

High School · Woodhaven-Brownstown School District

24787 VAN HORN RD, Brownstown, MI 48134

Enrollment

105

Student-Teacher

105:1

Score

5.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,526 of 3,192

In Brownstown

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

Woodhaven-Brownstown School District

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Maple Grove Alternative High School

5.0/10

High School in Brownstown · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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7.9/10

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About Maple Grove Alternative High School

Maple Grove Alternative High School is a public high school in Brownstown, MI, part of Woodhaven-Brownstown School District. Maple Grove Alternative High School serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 105:1 student-teacher ratio. Maple Grove Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,526 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Maple Grove Alternative High School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 105 students, Maple Grove Alternative High 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.

Test scores at Maple Grove Alternative High School 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.

Maple Grove Alternative High School runs 105:1 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.15 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2019
TrendStable
Academics3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness4.6Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate30%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio105:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,895

Maple Grove Alternative High School — Students at Maple Grove Alternative High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 17.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.0% (multi-year average, 2012-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Maple Grove Alternative High School Compares

See how Maple Grove Alternative High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
21th percentile in MI
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
105:1 student-teacher ratio
1 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 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

24787 VAN HORN RD, Brownstown, MI 48134

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maple Grove Alternative High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Woodhaven High School (rated 7.4/10, in nearby Flat Rock), which scores notably higher. Another option is Flat Rock Community High School (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Flat Rock), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flat Rock Academic Virtual Academy (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Flat Rock), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brownstown, see our Brownstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodhaven High School Flat Rock 0.0 mi 7.4
Wegienka Elementary School Flat Rock 1.0 mi 7.9
Flat Rock Community High School Flat Rock 1.6 mi 6.4
Flat Rock Academic Virtual Academy Flat Rock 1.6 mi 5.0
Ethel C Bobcean Elem School Flat Rock 1.8 mi 5.3
Patrick Henry Middle School Woodhaven 1.5 mi 5.7
Erving Elementary School Woodhaven 1.5 mi 4.8
Bates Elementary School Woodhaven 1.7 mi 5.3
Thomas Simpson Middle School Flat Rock 2.3 mi 4.9
John M Barnes Elem School Flat Rock 2.4 mi 3.7
Frank E Weiss Elem School Woodhaven 1.9 mi 5.6
Hunter Elementary School Brownstown Twp 2.1 mi 4.3
Brownstown Middle School Romulus 2.9 mi 5.9
Chapman Elementary School Rockwood 3.2 mi 5.8
Brown Elementary School New Boston 2.6 mi 7.3
Gudith Elementary School Brownstown 3.5 mi 7.0
Boyd W Arthurs Middle School Trenton 2.9 mi 7.3
Yake Elementary School Woodhaven 3.3 mi 8.3
Fred W Ritter Elementary School South Rockwood 4.2 mi 6.6
Summit Academy North Elementary School Romulus 3.9 mi 2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,821

Median Home Value

$252,500

Median Rent

$1,106/mo

Population

24,472

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

83.9%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bridge Academy of Southwest Michigan Benton Harbor, MI 5.0
Flat Rock Academic Virtual Academy Flat Rock, MI 5.0
Godwin Heights Learning Center Grand Rapids, MI 5.0
Kalamazoo Covenant Academy Kalamazoo, MI 5.0
Academic and Career Education Academy Midland, MI 4.9
Ackerson High School Napoleon, MI 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maple Grove Alternative High School

What grades does Maple Grove Alternative High School serve?

Maple Grove Alternative High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Maple Grove Alternative High School?

Maple Grove Alternative High School has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Grove Alternative High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maple Grove Alternative High School is 105:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maple Grove Alternative High School rank in MI?

Maple Grove Alternative High School ranks #2,526 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Maple Grove Alternative High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maple Grove Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Maple Grove Alternative High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maple Grove Alternative High School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2019).

Is Maple Grove Alternative High School a charter school?

No, Maple Grove Alternative High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maple Grove Alternative High School a Title I school?

No, Maple Grove Alternative High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maple Grove Alternative High School?

59.0% of students at Maple Grove 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

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
105
Student-Teacher Ratio
105:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.0%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
4-Year Graduation
30.0%

District

Woodhaven-Brownstown School District
District Enrollment
5,622
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,895
District Rank
#8 of 9

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