Summary:
The Hesperia Community Schools district in Michigan consists of 3 schools: 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. However, the data indicates that all three schools are performing well below state averages on key metrics like test scores, graduation rates, and chronic absenteeism, suggesting systemic issues within the district.
The Patricia St Clair Elementary School has particularly low test scores, with proficiency rates well below the state average across all grade levels and subject areas. The school also has a very high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5%. Similarly, the David C Outwin Middle School has low test scores and a high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5%. At the high school level, Hesperia High School has a concerning graduation rate of 82.8% and a dropout rate of 7.6%, in addition to test scores that are well below state averages.
The data also reveals that all three schools have very high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 65.77% to 83.38%, indicating that the district serves a predominantly low-income population. Additionally, the wide range in spending per student, from $10,887 at the high school to $18,070 at the elementary school, may suggest issues with resource allocation across the district. Addressing these underlying challenges, such as high poverty levels, resource allocation, and chronic absenteeism, will be crucial for improving student outcomes in the Hesperia Community Schools district.
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