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Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education
High School · Swan Valley School District
8400 OHERN RD, Saginaw, MI 48609
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
29:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
29:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education
Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education is a public high school in Saginaw, MI, part of the Swan Valley School District. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 29:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $78,800, where 26% 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 29 students, Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education 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.
The student-teacher ratio at Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education is 29:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29:1
- Address
- 8400 OHERN RD, Saginaw, MI 48609
- Website
- swanvalleyschools.com
- Phone
- (989) 921-2471
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
8400 OHERN RD, Saginaw, MI 48609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.4 miles away). Another option is Heritage High School (rated 5.9/10, 4.4 miles away). Additionally, Swan Valley High School (rated 4.0/10). For more schools in Saginaw, see our Saginaw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swan Valley High School Saginaw | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Swan Valley Middle School Saginaw | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Robert B Havens Elem School Saginaw | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Michael J McGivney Saginaw | 1.3 mi | — |
| Shields Elementary School Saginaw | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Saginaw County Juvenile Center Saginaw | 3.5 mi | — |
| Arrowwood Elementary School Saginaw | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Saginaw | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD EARLY CHILDHOOD Saginaw | 3.2 mi | — |
| White Pine Middle School Saginaw | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| NOUVEL CATHOLIC CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Saginaw | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Westdale Elementary School Saginaw | 3.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saginaw | 3.6 mi | — |
| Heritage High School Saginaw | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Weiss Elementary School Saginaw | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Hemmeter Elementary School Saginaw | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Handley School Saginaw | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Chester F Miller School Saginaw | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,800
Median Home Value
$166,400
Median Rent
$903/mo
Population
12,206
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
87.4%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
49.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education has a median household income of $78,800. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,400, with a median rent of $903/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Algonac Alternative Education Clay, MI | — |
| Bay Pines Center Escanaba, MI | — |
| Birch Run Progressive High School Birch Run, MI | — |
| Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School Liv Livonia, MI | — |
| CAPS Academy Coopersville, MI | — |
| Career Opportunities Center Saginaw, MI | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education
What grades does Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education serve?
Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education?
Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education is 29:1. 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 Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education a charter school?
No, Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education a Title I school?
No, Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education?
75.9% of students at Swan Valley Adult and Alternative Education 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
- City Safety
- High (4,223/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Saginaw). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Saginaw County
- Phone
- (989) 921-2471
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Swan Valley School District- District Enrollment
- 1,782
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,888
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