Summary:
The city of Union City, Michigan is home to three public schools serving students from elementary through high school: Union City Elementary School, Union City High School, and Union City Middle School. These schools are part of the Union City Community Schools district, which serves the broader Union City area.
Among the three schools, Union City Middle School stands out as the top performer, ranking 343 out of 890 Michigan middle schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The middle school outperforms state and district averages in several academic areas, including 5th grade ELA, 7th grade Math, and 8th grade Social Studies. In contrast, Union City Elementary School and Union City High School struggle academically, with proficiency rates well below state averages in key subjects and grade levels.
Across the district, attendance and engagement challenges are a concern, with all three schools reporting high chronic absenteeism rates, significantly above the state average. Union City High School also has a concerning 7.6% dropout rate. Additionally, the schools serve a high-need population, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 58% to 68%, and the district as a whole is ranked 405 out of 613 districts in Michigan and rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. While the district is investing in its schools, with relatively high spending per student, the academic outcomes suggest a need to evaluate the effectiveness of these investments and implement targeted interventions to address the district's challenges.
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