Early College Alliance

Summary:

Early College Alliance is a high-performing public high school serving grades 9-12 in Ypsilanti, Michigan, with a student population of 451. This school consistently ranks among the top high schools in the state, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Early College Alliance stands out for its exceptional academic performance, with 84% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in SAT/Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, compared to 51.3% statewide and 73% in the Washtenaw Independent School District (ISD). In SAT/Mathematics, 52% of 11th-graders were proficient or better, compared to 26.3% statewide and 46% in the Washtenaw ISD. The school's diverse student population, with 51% White, 20.84% African American, 9.31% Hispanic, and 8.87% Asian students, is notable compared to the surrounding schools. Early College Alliance also excels in supporting the academic achievement of various student subgroups, ranking 1st out of 188 Michigan high schools for African American students, 10th out of 638 for White students, and 20th out of 654 for students from low socioeconomic backgrounds.

Compared to nearby schools, such as Washtenaw International High School, which ranks 14th in the state, Early College Alliance ranks 21st, consistently outperforming in terms of test scores, graduation rates, and overall school rankings. The school's low student-teacher ratio of 25:1 may contribute to its exceptional academic performance, and its commitment to equity and inclusion is evident in its diverse student population and strong support for traditionally underserved student groups.

Detail:

Public 9-12

220 King Hall
Ypsilanti, MI 48197-2239

(734) 487-4290

District: Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
21^st of 743 Michigan High Schools

Student/teacher ratio: 25.0

Number of students: 451

Racial breakdown:

White:

51.0%

African American:

20.8%

Two or more races:

10.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 28.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Early College Alliance ranks better than 97.2% of high schools in Michigan. It also ranks 2^nd among 3 ranked high schools in the Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd). (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 96.18. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (51%), African American (20.8%), two or more races (10%). (See more...)

Compare Details 28.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Early College Alliance is 25, which is the highest among 5 high schools in the Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd)! (See more...)

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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

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SchoolDigger ranks Early College Alliance 21^st of 743 Michigan public high schools. (See Early College Alliance in the ranking list.)

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Rank History for Early College Alliance

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Rank History for all students at Early College Alliance

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2011	95.67	4^th	784	99.5%
2012	93.42	35^th	773	95.5%
2013	98.56	6^th	805	99.3%
2014	94.54	28^th	799	96.5%
2015	94.71	25^th	832	97.0%
2016	96.32	15^th	852	98.2%
2017	95.92	21^st	835	97.5%
2018	92.64	46^th	824	94.4%
2019	95.10	26^th	666	96.1%
2021	93.39	32^nd	561	94.3%
2022	98.01	11^th	531	97.9%
2023	92.45	39^th	735	94.7%
2024	96.18	21^st	743	97.2%

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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Early College Alliance

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	94.66	8^th	110	92.7%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Early College Alliance

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	92.64	26^th	755	96.6%
2019	83.18	67^th	532	87.4%
2021	99.00	8^th	417	98.1%
2022	99.17	6^th	369	98.4%
2023	83.83	56^th	614	90.9%
2024	96.09	20^th	654	96.9%

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Rank History for Female students at Early College Alliance

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	88.28	54^th	710	92.4%
2019	91.71	34^th	554	93.9%
2021	92.67	26^th	462	94.4%
2022	94.26	19^th	416	95.4%
2023	91.82	29^th	611	95.3%
2024	95.99	19^th	619	96.9%

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Rank History for Male students at Early College Alliance

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	94.81	22^nd	707	96.9%
2019	95.65	17^th	543	96.9%
2021	89.69	40^th	472	91.5%
2022	99.35	2^nd	440	99.5%
2023	88.59	55^th	611	91.0%
2024	93.12	34^th	633	94.6%

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Rank History for Asian students at Early College Alliance

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	35.59	50^th	70	28.6%

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Rank History for African American students at Early College Alliance

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	77.20	36^th	254	85.8%
2019	97.77	3^rd	147	98.0%
2021	96.82	2^nd	59	96.6%
2022	98.00	2^nd	51	96.1%
2023	79.67	22^nd	170	87.1%
2024	99.74	1^st	188	99.5%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Early College Alliance

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	97.83	4^th	201	98.0%
2023	84.48	20^th	190	89.5%
2024	79.53	33^rd	195	83.1%

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Rank History for White students at Early College Alliance

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	MI State Percentile
2018	93.23	36^th	708	94.9%
2019	92.66	34^th	582	94.2%
2021	97.82	14^th	516	97.3%
2022	98.40	5^th	492	99.0%
2023	97.60	11^th	647	98.3%
2024	98.54	10^th	638	98.4%

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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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by a parent
Monday, June 2, 2014

Great program! Three of my kids went through it and they loved it. The resources available to the students are ridiculously plentiful and the ethic they build in the kids is invaluable for success in the rest of their lives. Who can beat two free years of college on top of all that?

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Enrollment information for Early College Alliance

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2010	187	62	7	3	1	n/a	n/a	260
2011	272	80	10	3	1	0	0	366
2012	300	83	10	3	2	0	1	399
2013	316	77	11	1	2	1	1	409
2014	325	79	13	5	2	1	16	441
2015	300	59	16	14	0	1	33	423
2016	268	74	25	17	1	0	41	426
2017	269	68	26	31	1	0	39	434
2018	259	71	29	33	1	0	35	428
2019	271	88	26	40	1	0	38	464
2020	259	95	37	31	1	0	41	464
2021	246	116	39	29	0	0	50	480
2022	239	104	41	36	0	0	44	464
2023	230	94	40	42	0	0	45	451

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Early College Alliance

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2010	260	8.0	32.5	n/a
2011	366	n/a	n/a	14.2
2012	399	n/a	n/a	12.8
2013	409	n/a	n/a	8.3
2014	441	9.0	49.0	10.2
2015	423	9.0	47.0	6.9
2016	426	10.0	42.6	11.5
2017	434	9.0	48.2	7.1
2018	428	11.0	38.9	21.5
2019	464	15.0	30.9	25.2
2020	464	17.0	27.2	22.4
2021	480	17.0	28.2	26.3
2022	464	15.0	30.9	29.1
2023	451	18.0	25.0	28.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Early College Alliance

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2010	260	8.0	32.5	n/a
2011	366	n/a	n/a	14.2
2012	399	n/a	n/a	12.8
2013	409	n/a	n/a	8.3
2014	441	9.0	49.0	10.2
2015	423	9.0	47.0	6.9
2016	426	10.0	42.6	11.5
2017	434	9.0	48.2	7.1
2018	428	11.0	38.9	21.5
2019	464	15.0	30.9	25.2
2020	464	17.0	27.2	22.4
2021	480	17.0	28.2	26.3
2022	464	15.0	30.9	29.1
2023	451	18.0	25.0	28.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Early College Alliance

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 26^th of 666 High schools	Ranks 39^th of 735 High schools	1.4%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
11th Grade Social Studies (Early College Alliance)	67.7	55.7	12%
11th Grade Social Studies (Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd))	61.7	52.4	9.3%
11th Grade Social Studies (Michigan)	46.6	36.1	10.5%
11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Early College Alliance)	86.7	77.9	8.8%
11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd))	78.6	71.9	6.7%
11th Grade Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (Michigan)	55.3	52.2	3.1%
11th Grade Mathematics (Early College Alliance)	64.1	53.8	10.3%
11th Grade Mathematics (Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd))	55.7	46.1	9.6%
11th Grade Mathematics (Michigan)	36.3	29.9	6.4%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	464	451	2.8%
African American	88	94	6.8%
American Indian	1	0	100%
Asian	26	40	53.8%
Hispanic	40	42	5%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	271	230	15.1%
Two or More Races	38	45	18.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	25.2%	28.4%	3.2%

Schools Near Early College Alliance

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				PSAT English Language Arts (2024)	SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (2024)	SAT Mathematics (2024)	M-Step Science (2024)	M-Step Social Studies (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSAT English Language Arts 8th Grade	SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 11th Grade	SAT Mathematics 11th Grade	M-Step Science 11th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Early College Alliance	Public	9-12	220 King Hall	Ypsilanti	48197	Washtenaw County	Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	No	No	(734) 487-4290	451	18	25.0	28.4%	230 (51.0%)	94 (20.8%)	42 (9.3%)	40 (8.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	45 (10.0%)	96.2	21^st of 743 public high schools	97.2%		92.4	39^th of 735 public high schools	94.7%	18		84.0	52.0	63.6	67.7
Washtenaw Alliance for Virtual Education	Public, Virtual	8-12	301 W Michigan Ave	Ypsilanti	48197	Washtenaw County	Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	Yes	No	(734) 761-7027	285	14	20.3	62.8%	156 (54.7%)	69 (24.2%)	28 (9.8%)	3 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	29 (10.2%)	27.5	529^th of 743 public high schools	28.8%		16.8	615^th of 735 public high schools	16.3%	86	23.5	31.1		26.2	28.3
Washtenaw International High School	Public	9-12	105 N Mansfield St	Ypsilanti	48197	Washtenaw County	Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	No	No	(734) 994-8145	540	35	15.6	20.9%	203 (37.6%)	92 (17.0%)	49 (9.1%)	141 (26.1%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	54 (10.0%)	97.5	14^th of 743 public high schools	98.1%		93.6	31^st of 735 public high schools	95.8%	17		84.6	62.6	61.8	72.4
ACTech High School	Public	9-12	2095 Packard Rd	Ypsilanti	48197	Washtenaw County	Ypsilanti Community Schools	No	No	No	No	(734) 221-1001	449	27	16.9	71.0%	64 (14.3%)	233 (51.9%)	98 (21.8%)	9 (2.0%)	1 (0.2%)	1 (0.2%)	43 (9.6%)	3	739^th of 743 public high schools	0.5%		2.1	735^th of 735 public high schools	0.0%	4		6.7		4.0	7.1	$00	$00	$00
Ypsilanti STEMM Middle College	Public	9-12	2095 Packard Rd	Ypsilanti	48197	Washtenaw County	Ypsilanti Community Schools	No	No	No	No	(734) 221-1001	112	16	7.0	67.0%	19 (17.0%)	70 (62.5%)	8 (7.1%)	2 (1.8%)	3 (2.7%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (8.9%)	28.4	522^nd of 743 public high schools	29.7%		49.3	356^th of 735 public high schools	51.6%	166		40.0	24.0	24.0	16.0	$00	$00	$00
Acce	Public, Magnet	6-12	1076 Ecorse Rd	Ypsilanti	48198	Washtenaw County	Ypsilanti Community Schools	No	Yes	No	No	(734) 221-1691	156	8	19.5	84.0%	20 (12.8%)	112 (71.8%)	5 (3.2%)	1 (0.6%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (10.9%)								(n/a)						$00	$00	$00
Washtenaw Technical Middle College	Public, Charter	9-12	4800 E Huron River Dr	Ann Arbor	48105	Washtenaw County	Washtenaw Technical Middle College	Yes	No	No	No	(734) 973-3410	776	23	33.9	31.2%	550 (70.9%)	92 (11.9%)	8 (1.0%)	67 (8.6%)	3 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	56 (7.2%)	87.3	75^th of 743 public high schools	89.9%		90.8	44^th of 735 public high schools	94.0%	31		85.3	57.6	46.6	49.1	$8,941	$578	$8,363
Washtenaw County Youth Center Educational Programs	Public	5-12	4125 Washtenaw Ave	Ann Arbor	48108	Washtenaw County	Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd)	No	No	No	No	(734) 994-8100	15	4	4.2	80.0%	4 (26.7%)	10 (66.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (6.7%)								(n/a)
Correctional Services	Public	9-12	2201 Hogback Rd	Ann Arbor	48105	Washtenaw County	Ann Arbor Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(734) 994-2223	3	0	15.0		0 (0.0%)	3 (100.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)						$4,827	$455	$4,372
Arbor Preparatory High School	Public, Charter	9-12	6800 Hitchingham Rd	Ypsilanti	48197	Washtenaw County	Arbor Preparatory High School	Yes	No	No	Yes	(734) 961-9700	280	18	15.9	55.7%	66 (23.6%)	152 (54.3%)	29 (10.4%)	6 (2.1%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	26 (9.3%)	19.2	605^th of 743 public high schools	18.6%		33.6	486^th of 735 public high schools	33.9%	119		32.8	10.9	19.4	23.8	$19,111	$1,278	$17,833

Frequently Asked Questions about Early College Alliance

What district is Early College Alliance in?

Washtenaw Independent School District (Isd)

How many students attend Early College Alliance?

In the 2022-23 school year, 451 students attended Early College Alliance.

Is Early College Alliance a good school?

Yes! Early College Alliance is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 21^st of 743 Michigan high schools.

What is the racial makeup of Early College Alliance?

Students at Early College Alliance are 51% White, 21% African American, 10% Two or more races, 9% Hispanic, 9% Asian.

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