Summary:
Career Academy High School is the sole high school located in South Bend, Indiana, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 448 students. The school is a public charter institution and is ranked 244 out of 398 Indiana high schools for the 2022-2023 school year, with a 2 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger.
While Career Academy High School has a relatively high four-year graduation rate of 88.4%, it faces significant academic performance challenges. In the 2024-2025 school year, only 25% of students were proficient or better in ILEARN/Biology, compared to the state average of 45.6%, and just 8.55% were proficient or better in SAT/Mathematics, compared to the state average of 25.4%. Additionally, the school has a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8%.
Despite the school's high per-student spending of $16,034 and a low student-teacher ratio of 7.8, these resources do not appear to be effectively translating into improved student outcomes. With over 54% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, Career Academy High School serves a population facing significant socioeconomic challenges, which may contribute to the observed academic performance gaps. Addressing the factors behind chronic absenteeism and improving student learning in core subjects should be key priorities for the school's leadership and the broader community.
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