Career Development School serves 5 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Career Development School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Career Development School's student population of 5 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Career Development School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
60%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Career Development School?
The graduation rate of Career Development School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Career Development School?
5 students attend Career Development School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Career Development School students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Career Development School offer ?
Career Development School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Career Development School part of?
Career Development School is part of Grand Haven Area School District.
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