Summary:
The St. Joseph Public Schools district in Michigan operates 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district is a high-performing system, ranking 44th out of 613 districts in the state and receiving a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
St Joseph High School is the standout performer in the district, ranking in the top 41 out of 739 Michigan high schools. It boasts consistently high test scores, with 78.5% of 11th graders proficient or better in SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and 49.6% proficient or better in SAT Mathematics. The school also has a relatively low dropout rate of 7.6%. Upton Middle School is another top performer, ranking in the top 73 out of 890 Michigan middle schools, with particularly strong test scores in English Language Arts.
At the elementary level, Brown School stands out for its exceptional performance in English Language Arts and Mathematics, with over 70% of 3rd and 4th graders proficient or better in these subjects. However, the district as a whole faces a challenge with chronic absenteeism, which is a concern across all schools at a rate of 29.5%. The district may need to explore targeted interventions to address this issue and ensure consistent academic success across all grade levels.
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