Summary:
The city of Burton, Michigan is home to 16 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 6 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The data reveals significant disparities in performance and resources across the schools, with some standout institutions like Bentley Middle School and Madison Academy High School outperforming their peers on key metrics.
Bentley Middle School, a public magnet school, has the highest proficiency rates on the PSAT English Language Arts exam at 60.9%, outperforming the state average of 65.3%. It also has the second-highest proficiency rates on the PSAT Math exam at 13%, exceeding the state average of 30.4%. In contrast, many schools in the district struggle academically, with several performing well below state averages, particularly in math and science.
Madison Academy High School, a public charter, stands out with the lowest student-teacher ratio at 6.6 and the lowest per-student spending at $3,277, which is less than a quarter of the spending at some other high schools. However, the district as a whole faces significant challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates, very high free/reduced lunch rates at some schools, and below-average graduation and dropout rates compared to state averages. Addressing these issues will be crucial for improving outcomes for students in the Burton Glen Charter Academy, Kearsley Community School District, Atherton Community Schools, Bendle Public Schools, Bentley Community School District, Madison Academy, and Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools.
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