Serving 35 students in grades 9-12, Way Eau Claire ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, 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 39%). 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 3:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Way Eau Claire ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Way Eau Claire's student population of 35 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 1000% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Way Eau Claire is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
16:1
Hispanic
23%
9%
Black
17%
18%
White
51%
63%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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 39% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Way Eau Claire?
The graduation rate of Way Eau Claire is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Way Eau Claire?
35 students attend Way Eau Claire.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Way Eau Claire students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Way Eau Claire?
Way Eau Claire has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Way Eau Claire offer ?
Way Eau Claire offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Way Eau Claire part of?
Way Eau Claire is part of Eau Claire School District.
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