High Schools in Bad Axe Public Schools

The Bad Axe Public Schools district in Michigan is home to two high schools: Bad Axe High School and Ascent High School. While Bad Axe High School is performing above average compared to other Michigan high schools, Ascent High School has consistently ranked in the bottom quartile statewide.

Bad Axe High School has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.8%, though its dropout rate of 7.6% is higher than the state average. The school's test scores are mixed, with some subjects performing above the state average and others below. In contrast, Ascent High School has a 1-star rating and has seen consistently low rankings, despite having the same graduation and dropout rates as Bad Axe High School. Ascent High School also has a significantly higher percentage of students (70%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a higher concentration of economically disadvantaged students.

Both schools face challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates and lower-than-average graduation rates. The data suggests a need for targeted interventions to address these issues and improve educational outcomes for students in the Bad Axe Public Schools district. Addressing the disparities in school performance and resource allocation could be crucial in ensuring all students have access to a quality education.