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#2295 of 3,192 schools in MI
Vandenboom Alternative High School
High School · Marquette Area Public Schools
1175 ERIE AVE, Marquette, MI 49855
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,295 of 3,192
In Marquette
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Marquette Area Public Schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Vandenboom Alternative High School
High School in Marquette · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vandenboom Alternative High School
Vandenboom Alternative High School is a public high school in Marquette, MI, part of Marquette Area Public Schools. Vandenboom Alternative High School serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Vandenboom Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,295 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Vandenboom Alternative High School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 151 students, Vandenboom 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 Vandenboom 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.
76% of students at Vandenboom Alternative High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Vandenboom Alternative High School — Students at Vandenboom Alternative High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 9.7/10.
How Vandenboom Alternative High School Compares
See how Vandenboom Alternative 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
1175 ERIE AVE, Marquette, MI 49855
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vandenboom Alternative High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Negaunee High School (rated 7.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Negaunee), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marquette Senior High School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westwood High School (rated 6.9/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Ishpeming), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marquette, see our Marquette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marquette Senior High School Marquette | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| North Star Montessori Academy Marquette | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Superior Hills Elementary School Marquette | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Bothwell Middle School Marquette | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Sandy Knoll School Marquette | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| FR MARQUETTE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Marquette | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Graveraet Elementary School Marquette | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| MarquetteAlger Administrative Unit Marquette | 2.3 mi | — |
| Cherry Creek Elementary School Marquette | 6.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Lakeview School Negaunee | 8.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Negaunee Middle School Negaunee | 9.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Negaunee High School Negaunee | 9.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Birchview School Ishpeming | 11.3 mi | 5.7 |
| KI Sawyer Elementary School Gwinn | 16.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Ishpeming Middle School Ishpeming | 11.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Ishpeming High School Ishpeming | 11.9 mi | 6.7 |
| IshpemingNegauneeNICE Comm Ed Division Negaunee | 12.1 mi | — |
| George D Gilbert Elementary School Gwinn | 18.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Gwinn MiddleHigh School Gwinn | 19.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Westwood High School Ishpeming | 14.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49855 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,321
Median Home Value
$245,100
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
33,199
College Educated
44.9%
Homeownership
61.2%
Avg Commute
14.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
36.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Mackinaw High School Saginaw, MI | 5.3 |
| NexTech High School Grand Rapids, MI | 5.3 |
| Suttons Bay Senior High School Suttons Bay, MI | 5.3 |
| Alternative Educational Academy of Iosco County Tawas City, MI | 5.2 |
| Cadillac Innovation High School Cadillac, MI | 5.2 |
| Marshall Opportunity High School Albion, MI | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vandenboom Alternative High School
What grades does Vandenboom Alternative High School serve?
Vandenboom Alternative High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Vandenboom Alternative High School?
Vandenboom Alternative High School has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vandenboom Alternative High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vandenboom Alternative High School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vandenboom Alternative High School rank in MI?
Vandenboom Alternative High School ranks #2,295 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Vandenboom Alternative High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vandenboom Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Vandenboom Alternative High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vandenboom Alternative High School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Vandenboom Alternative High School a charter school?
No, Vandenboom Alternative High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vandenboom Alternative High School a Title I school?
No, Vandenboom Alternative High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vandenboom Alternative High School?
68.9% of students at Vandenboom 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 151
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Marquette County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.5%
- Phone
- (906) 225-4321
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
Marquette Area Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,227
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,529
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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