Serving 191 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Lyle A Torrant Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyle A Torrant Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lyle A Torrant Center's student population of 191 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
191 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyle A Torrant Center ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyle A Torrant Center is 0.35, 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
#435 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 is Lyle A Torrant Center's ranking?
Lyle A Torrant Center is ranked #435 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lyle A Torrant Center?
The graduation rate of Lyle A Torrant Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lyle A Torrant Center?
191 students attend Lyle A Torrant Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lyle A Torrant Center students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyle A Torrant Center?
Lyle A Torrant Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lyle A Torrant Center offer ?
Lyle A Torrant Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyle A Torrant Center part of?
Lyle A Torrant Center is part of Jackson Independent School District.
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