Serving 3,934 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy 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 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 3,934 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 58% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy's student population of 3,934 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
3,934 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Rankings
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy 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 Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2505 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
25%
18%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
58%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy's ranking?
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy is ranked #2505 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy often compared to?
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Michigan Virtual Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy is 58%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy?
3,934 students attend Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 Great Lakes Virtual Academy?
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy offer ?
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy part of?
Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy is part of Michigan Great Lakes Virtual Academy School District.
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