Summary:
The city of Gaylord, Michigan is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, operated by Gaylord Community Schools. The district's standout performer is Gaylord Middle School, which has consistently ranked among the top 25% of Michigan middle schools over the past 3 years with a 4-star rating. This school boasts strong test scores, particularly in English Language Arts and Science, outperforming the state and district averages.
While Gaylord Intermediate School also performs well, the two elementary schools, South Maple Elementary and North Ohio Elementary, have more mixed results, with some lower test scores compared to the district and state. This suggests potential opportunities for improvement at the elementary level. At the high school level, Gaylord High SchoolVoc Bldg has a graduation rate slightly below the state average and a higher dropout rate.
A concerning trend across the district is the high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5%, which is significantly higher than the state average. This issue likely impacts student performance and should be a focus for the district. Additionally, the data shows that higher spending per student does not necessarily translate to stronger academic outcomes, indicating that factors beyond just funding, such as instructional practices and school leadership, play a crucial role in student success.
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