WAY Eau Claire
26 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Eau Claire Alternative Education, located on West Main Street in Eau Claire, Michigan, serves as a specialized educational facility designed to provide flexible learning pathways for students who may struggle in a traditional classroom environment. By focusing on individualized instruction and smaller class sizes, the program aims to help students who have faced academic, behavioral, or personal challenges get back on track toward graduation. The school prioritizes a supportive atmosphere that emphasizes student engagement, credit recovery, and the development of essential life and study skills necessary for post-secondary success.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school functions as a vital resource for the Eau Claire community by offering an inclusive setting that addresses the diverse needs of its student body. The curriculum is typically tailored to meet state standards while allowing students to progress at their own pace, often incorporating hands-on learning and personalized mentorship. By fostering a close-knit school culture, Eau Claire Alternative Education seeks to empower students to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and ultimately earn their high school diplomas in an environment that values their unique goals and circumstances.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school functions as a vital resource for the Eau Claire community by offering an inclusive setting that addresses the diverse needs of its student body. The curriculum is typically tailored to meet state standards while allowing students to progress at their own pace, often incorporating hands-on learning and personalized mentorship. By fostering a close-knit school culture, Eau Claire Alternative Education seeks to empower students to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and ultimately earn their high school diplomas in an environment that values their unique goals and circumstances.
26
Total Students
0.5
Full-Time Teachers
52.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
115.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic | 4 |
| Black | 5 |
| Two or More | 1 |
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White16 (61.5 %)
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Black5 (19.2 %)
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Hispanic4 (15.4 %)
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Two or More1 (3.8 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Alternative School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Primarily virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Eau Claire Public Schools |
| Phone: | (269)461-3121 |
| Website: | http://www.eauclaireps.com |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 26 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 0.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 52.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 29 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
2
Grade 10
4
Grade 11
9
Grade 12
11
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 2 |
| Grade 10 | 4 |
| Grade 11 | 9 |
| Grade 12 | 11 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 10 | 38.5% |
| Male | 16 | 61.5% |
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