High Schools in Success Virtual Learning Centers of Michigan

Success Virtual Learning Centers of Michigan is the sole high school in this analysis, serving grades 9-12 in Vestaburg, MI, as a virtual institution with 1,644 students and a predominantly low-income population (71.53% free/reduced lunch).

This school faces severe challenges across nearly every metric. The graduation rate is just 32.5%, compared to the state average of 84.0%, while the dropout rate of 33.9% is nearly five times the state average of 7.1%. Academic proficiency is critically low: only 9.6% of 11th graders are proficient in science (state: 35.2%), 13.0% in social studies (state: 43.2%), and just 2.37% of 10th graders are proficient in PSAT math (state: 31.5%). The school ranks in the bottom 6-8% of all Michigan high schools across three consecutive years, holding a 0-star rating. The student-to-teacher ratio of 78.2:1 is extraordinarily high, making individualized support nearly impossible. Despite spending $11,566 per student—comparable to many traditional schools—outcomes remain among the worst in the state, suggesting the virtual model itself, combined with the high-needs population, is not effectively serving students.

For parents, the most important takeaway is that this school is struggling to provide adequate education. The combination of a 32.5% graduation rate and 33.9% dropout rate means roughly two-thirds of students do not complete their education here. While chronic absenteeism data (17.6% in 2022-2023) appears below the state average, this may not accurately reflect engagement in a virtual setting. There are no signs of meaningful improvement—the school's percentile ranking has remained stagnant at 6-8% since 2023. If you are considering this school, it is critical to understand that the academic gaps (25-37 points below state averages) far exceed what would be expected from socioeconomic factors alone, pointing to systemic issues with the virtual instructional model and staffing levels. Parents should explore alternative options or demand significant interventions, such as reduced student-teacher ratios and enhanced support services, before enrolling their child here.