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#1815 of 3,192 schools in MI
New Options High School
High School · Allendale Public Schools
10760 68th Ave, Allendale, MI 49401
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
45:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
45:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,815 of 3,192
In Allendale
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Allendale Public Schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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New Options High School
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About New Options High School
New Options High School is a public high school in Allendale, MI, part of Allendale Public Schools. New Options High School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 45:1 student-teacher ratio. New Options High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,815 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for New Options High School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, New Options 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 New Options 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.
New Options High School runs 45:1 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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New Options High School — Students at New Options High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 20 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How New Options High School Compares
See how New Options High School 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
10760 68th Ave, Allendale, MI 49401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Options High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Allendale High School (rated 7.5/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Coopersville High School (rated 6.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Coopersville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, UNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Hudsonville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Allendale, see our Allendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,020
Median Home Value
$298,700
Median Rent
$1,083/mo
Population
28,941
College Educated
40.6%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
21.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Options High School
What grades does New Options High School serve?
New Options High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend New Options High School?
New Options High School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Options High School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Options High School is 45:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Options High School rank in MI?
New Options High School ranks #1,815 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is New Options High School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Options High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 New Options High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Options High School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019).
Is New Options High School a charter school?
No, New Options High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Options High School a Title I school?
No, New Options High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Options High School?
57.8% of students at New Options 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 45:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Ottawa County
- Phone
- (616) 892-5575
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
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District
Allendale Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,600
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,298
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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