Harbor Beach Community Schools

The Harbor Beach Community Schools district in Michigan consists of three schools: Harbor Beach Community High School, Harbor Beach Elementary School, and Harbor Beach Middle School. The data reveals a mix of strengths and challenges across the district, with some standout performance at the high school level but room for improvement at the elementary and middle school levels.

Harbor Beach Community High School stands out as the district's top performer, ranking 233 out of 743 Michigan high schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.8% and performs above the state average in SAT/Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, with 66% of students proficient or better compared to the state average of 51.3%. In contrast, Harbor Beach Elementary School and Harbor Beach Middle School have more mixed performance, with some subject areas exceeding state averages while others fall behind.

Across the district, there are some concerning trends, such as high chronic absenteeism rates of 29.5% and declining SchoolDigger ratings for the high school and elementary school. Additionally, the district faces challenges in meeting state proficiency standards, particularly in math and English Language Arts. While the elementary school spends the most per student at $16,199, this additional funding has not yet translated into improved academic outcomes. Overall, the data suggests a need for the district to examine the underlying factors contributing to these performance disparities and implement strategies to address the district's challenges and build on its strengths.