Summary:
The city of Harrison, Michigan is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 1 alternative education program. The schools are part of the Harrison Community Schools district and serve a student population with high economic disadvantage.
Among the schools, Harrison Alternative Education stands out with a higher 4-year graduation rate of 82.8% and a lower dropout rate of 7.6% compared to the district average. The alternative school also has a very low student-teacher ratio of 9.2, suggesting more individualized attention for students. In contrast, the elementary and middle schools in the district struggle academically, with proficiency rates well below the state averages in core subjects.
While Harrison Community High School performs slightly better than the other district schools, with proficiency rates closer to the state averages, the district as a whole faces challenges such as high chronic absenteeism rates and significant disparities in academic performance and resources between the different school types. Addressing these issues through targeted interventions and resource allocation could be crucial for improving student outcomes across the Harrison Community Schools district.
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