Summary:
The city of Standish, Michigan is home to two schools that serve students from elementary through high school: StandishSterling Central JrSr High School and StandishSterling Central Elementary School. These schools are part of the Standish-Sterling Community Schools district, which is ranked 120 out of 613 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
The high school stands out for its strong performance, ranking 171 out of 739 Michigan high schools and earning a 4-star rating. It boasts a relatively high graduation rate of 82.8% and impressive test scores in science and social studies. In contrast, the high school struggles more with math proficiency, with only 23.1% of 11th graders meeting or exceeding standards. The elementary school also performs well, ranking 305 out of 1,488 Michigan elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating. It excels in 5th grade science and social studies, with proficiency rates well above the state average.
Both schools have similar student-teacher ratios, but the high school spends significantly more per student ($13,596) compared to the elementary school ($12,155). Additionally, both schools have a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a need to address socioeconomic factors that may impact student achievement. Overall, the Standish-Sterling Community Schools district is performing reasonably well, with opportunities for improvement in areas such as chronic absenteeism and ensuring equitable access to resources for all students.
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