Serving 86 students in grades 8-12, Escanaba Student Success Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escanaba Student Success Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Escanaba Student Success Center's student population of 86 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Escanaba Student Success Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Escanaba Student Success Center is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2419 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Escanaba Student Success Center's ranking?
Escanaba Student Success Center is ranked #2419 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Escanaba Student Success Center?
The graduation rate of Escanaba Student Success Center is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Escanaba Student Success Center?
86 students attend Escanaba Student Success Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Escanaba Student Success Center students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Escanaba Student Success Center offer ?
Escanaba Student Success Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Escanaba Student Success Center part of?
Escanaba Student Success Center is part of Escanaba Area School District.
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