Serving 18 students in grades 9-12, Fruitport Alternative High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fruitport Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Fruitport Alternative High School's student population of 18 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fruitport Alternative High School is 0.46, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fruitport Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Fruitport Alternative High School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Fruitport Alternative High School?
18 students attend Fruitport Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Fruitport Alternative High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fruitport Alternative High School?
Fruitport Alternative High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fruitport Alternative High School offer ?
Fruitport Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fruitport Alternative High School part of?
Fruitport Alternative High School is part of Fruitport Community Schools School District.
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