Michigan Youth Challenge Academy serves 119 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy's student population of 119 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
119 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
The diversity score of Michigan Youth Challenge Academy is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
18%
18%
White
62%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 the graduation rate of Michigan Youth Challenge Academy?
The graduation rate of Michigan Youth Challenge Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Michigan Youth Challenge Academy?
119 students attend Michigan Youth Challenge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Michigan Youth Challenge Academy students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michigan Youth Challenge Academy?
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Michigan Youth Challenge Academy offer ?
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Michigan Youth Challenge Academy part of?
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy is part of Marshall School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This program is Michigan's best kept secret. Outstanding academic program for at risk youth, this program gave my son a second chance at a future. Public school ruled him out as a child with no promise he now has a 4.0 GPA. This school has an Outstanding staff of dedicated teachers and cadre who care.
5 10/10/2025
hi ive been to Hoosier youth challenge acadamy would i be able to join this school because i want to get into the military.
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