Serving 760 students in grades 6-12, Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs 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 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs's student population of 760 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
760 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2289 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs's ranking?
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is ranked #2289 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs often compared to?
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshsis often viewed alongside schools like Michigan Connections Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs?
The graduation rate of Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is 60-64%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs?
760 students attend Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs?
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs offer ?
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs part of?
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is part of Great Lakes Learning Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs located?
Great Lakes Learning Academy Mshs is located in the Okemos neighborhood of East Lansing, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Okemos.
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