Summary:
The Royal Oak Schools district in Michigan consists of 9 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The district's schools exhibit a range of academic performance, with some standout institutions and others facing challenges.
Northwood Elementary School consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with a 5-star rating and strong proficiency rates across core subjects. In contrast, Churchill Community Educational Center, an alternative high school, struggles with lower graduation rates, higher dropout rates, and much lower academic proficiency compared to the district's other high school, Royal Oak High School, which performs well and ranks in the top 20% of Michigan high schools.
The district's schools also vary in their student demographics and socioeconomic factors, with Northwood Elementary having the lowest percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, while Churchill Community Educational Center has the highest. This suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support to address the diverse needs of the district's student population.
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