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#1404 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 44% in state
White Lake Area Community Education
School · Whitehall District Schools
541 EAST SLOCUM ST, Whitehall, MI 49461
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
118
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,404 of 3,192
In Whitehall
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Whitehall District Schools
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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White Lake Area Community Education
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About White Lake Area Community Education
White Lake Area Community Education is a public school in Whitehall, MI, part of Whitehall District Schools. White Lake Area Community Education serves approximately 118 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. White Lake Area Community Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,404 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for White Lake Area Community Education show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 118 students, White Lake Area Community Education 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.
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, White Lake Area Community Education sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
White Lake Area Community Education sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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White Lake Area Community Education — Students at White Lake Area Community Education score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 18 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: 8.7/10.
How White Lake Area Community Education Compares
See how White Lake Area Community Education 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
541 EAST SLOCUM ST, Whitehall, MI 49461
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering White Lake Area Community Education may also want to explore other schools in the area. Whitehall Ealy Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Muskegon High School (rated 7.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Muskegon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitehall Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Whitehall, see our Whitehall schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,495
Median Home Value
$245,600
Median Rent
$874/mo
Population
9,620
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
46.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Lake Area Community Education
What grades does White Lake Area Community Education serve?
White Lake Area Community Education serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend White Lake Area Community Education?
White Lake Area Community Education has an enrollment of approximately 118 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Lake Area Community Education?
The student-teacher ratio at White Lake Area Community Education is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does White Lake Area Community Education rank in MI?
White Lake Area Community Education ranks #1,404 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is White Lake Area Community Education's MySchoolScout rating?
White Lake Area Community Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 White Lake Area Community Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, White Lake Area Community Education has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is White Lake Area Community Education a charter school?
No, White Lake Area Community Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is White Lake Area Community Education a Title I school?
No, White Lake Area Community Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Lake Area Community Education?
85.6% of students at White Lake Area Community 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 118
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Muskegon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.9%
- Phone
- (231) 893-0515
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Whitehall District Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,923
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,158
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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