Best Public Schools in North Adams, MI

The city of North Adams, Michigan is home to two public schools - North AdamsJerome MiddleHigh School and North AdamsJerome Elementary School, both part of the North Adams-Jerome Public Schools district. These schools serve students from middle through high school grades and elementary grades, respectively, in the North Adams community.

Based on the available data, neither school appears to be a standout performer. Both North AdamsJerome MiddleHigh School and North AdamsJerome Elementary School have very low statewide rankings, with the high school ranked between 339 and 556 out of 666-835 Michigan high schools, and the elementary school ranked between 1,042 and 1,296 out of 1,470-1,488 Michigan elementary schools. Both schools also have low 2-star or 1-2 star ratings out of 5 from SchoolDigger.

The schools' academic performance is also a concern, with significantly lower proficiency rates compared to state averages across various grade levels and subject areas, including English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Additionally, the high school has a 82.8% four-year graduation rate and a 7.6% dropout rate. Both schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with over 67% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite the relatively high per-student spending, the schools continue to struggle, suggesting that factors beyond just funding may be contributing to their challenges.