Michigan Avenue Academy

600 East Michigan Ave, Paw Paw, MI 49079 | (269) 657-8831

Grades: 6-12
Student Enrollment: 208

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3.5 out of 5 | 4 Reviews

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School Description

School Summary and Highlights

Enrolls 208 middle and high school students from grades 6-12

Additional Contact Information

Mailing Address: 600 E. Michigan Avenue, Paw Paw, MI 49079

Principal or Admin: Ms. Carol Edinger
Fax: (269) 657-7411
Website: www.ppps.org

School Operational Details

Alternative School
Title I Eligible

School District Details

Paw Paw Public School District
Per-Pupil Spending: $8,159
Graduation Rate: 92.9%
Dropout Rate: 6.7%
Students Per Teacher: 18.7
Enrolled Students: 2,361

Faculty Details and Student Enrollment

Students and Faculty

Total Students Enrolled: 208
Total Full Time "Equivalent" Teachers: 11.8
Average Student-To-Teacher Ratio: 17.6

Students Gender Breakdown

Males: 123 (59.1%)
Females: 85 (40.9%)

Free Lunch Student Eligibility Breakdown

Eligible for Reduced Lunch: 14 (6.7%)
Eligible for Free Lunch: 115 (55.3%)
Eligible for Either Reduced or Free Lunch: 129 (62.0%)

Student Enrollment Distribution by Race / Ethnicity

Michigan Avenue Academy Student Race Distribution

	Number	Percent
American Indian	2	1.0%
Black	7	3.4%
Asian	-	-
Hispanic	13	6.3%
White	186	89.4%

Number of Students Per Grade

	Number	Percent
7th Grade	1	0.5%
8th Grade	4	1.9%
9th Grade	37	17.8%
10th Grade	32	15.4%
11th Grade	30	14.4%
12th Grade	104	50.0%

Source: MI Department of Education, Source: NCES 2009-2010

School Ratings and Reviews

Overall Rating: 3.5

3.5 out of 5 | 4 Reviews

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4 reviews for Michigan Avenue Academy

Reviewed by Former Student on March 15, 2011
Rating: (5 / 5) Flag as inappropriate
I am very glad that I attended Michigan Avenue Academy. The teachers and staff were always very supportive and friendly. They work with students to make sure you are excelling whether your grade is poor or above average. Michigan Avenue Academy offers a wide variety of opportunities for you to get your diploma and advance onto your career or college goals.

Reviewed by Parent or Guardian on February 09, 2011
Rating: (4 / 5) Flag as inappropriate
Michigan Avenue Academy offers many support services to students including small classes, individualized instruction, counseling and college preparation services. Their mission is to "change the publics view on alternative education". You might occasionally come across a student who wants to push your buttons, but they are always dealt with by the administration. Michigan Avenue Academy offers students varied opportunities to gain knowledge through experience. They have many fun activities and parties to praise students and celebrate. If you are considering a switch from a traditional high school, consider Michigan Avenue Academy! After all- Alternative Education has changed much more over the years then it ever has.

Reviewed by Community Member on December 08, 2010
Rating: (2 / 5) Flag as inappropriate
Whoever left the first review obviously graduated from choices.

Reviewed by Parent/Guardian on September 16, 2009
Rating: (3 / 5) Flag as inappropriate
I've had a child attend this school a few years in the past. I do not agree with the other review on this school. Most of the children whom have or are attending have been kicked out of their own High Schools. I also have found that many of the parents who have kids in this school have just as many issues as the children. The apple doesn't fall too far from the tree. The staff does the best they can and these parents need to realize that the kids and themselves are responsible for their own actions. While my child was in this school, when he wasn't getting himself into trouble, he did very well. I believe that if he would have settled down and studied like he was suppose to he would have done fine. This school is not your typical public school but neither are the public schools now days. I believe that the nations school assocation together as a whole needs an overhaul. We need to be teaching our children things to help them in this day and age. No longer is teaching things of the past helpful to their and our future. It's time for a change. If you're looking to send your child here, I would suggest taking a look at yourself before placing judgement upon a school that is trying to get your child an education, can you accept that your child put themselves in this situation? This school has a great deal to offer any child who is willing to take the responsibility that comes with being a part of society. I'm thankful that my child had the opportunity to still get an education after he couldn't go back to his own High School. Michigan Ave. gave him that opportunity, he's the one who blew it for himself. I know in time he'll get the picture. I continue to intend for him to have a bright and enlightened future. Thank you Michigan Avenue Academy for offering your assistance.

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