Ingham County Youth Center serves 13 students in grades 3-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ingham County Youth Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Ingham County Youth Center's student population of 13 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ingham County Youth Center is 0.53, 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.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
31%
9%
Black
61%
18%
White
8%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ingham County Youth Center?
13 students attend Ingham County Youth Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Ingham County Youth Center students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ingham County Youth Center?
Ingham County Youth Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ingham County Youth Center offer ?
Ingham County Youth Center offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ingham County Youth Center part of?
Ingham County Youth Center is part of Lansing 51爆料 District.
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