Mid Peninsula School

Mid Peninsula School is an alternative public school located in Rock, Michigan, serving grades K-12 with a total enrollment of 217 students. As an alternative school, Mid Peninsula focuses on providing specialized educational programs and support for students who may struggle in a traditional school setting.

While Mid Peninsula School has seen fluctuations in its four-year graduation rates, ranging from 36.3% to 82.8% over the past few years, these rates are significantly lower than the state average of around 80-85%. The school has also experienced high dropout rates, ranging from 0% to 9% in recent years, which is notably higher than the state average of around 5-6%. Additionally, Mid Peninsula School has faced high rates of chronic absenteeism, with 25-30% of students being chronically absent in the past few years, compared to the state average of around 15-20%. Academically, the school's test scores on the M-Step and PSAT assessments are generally lower than the state and Mid Peninsula School District averages across various grade levels and subject areas.

When comparing Mid Peninsula School to the nearby Learning Center and TriTownship School, both of which are also alternative schools, the data shows some similarities but also key differences. While graduation rates and dropout rates are comparable across the three schools, test scores at TriTownship School are generally higher than Mid Peninsula School, and the free and reduced lunch rate at Mid Peninsula School (77.88%) is significantly higher than TriTownship School (50.59%), suggesting a higher level of economic disadvantage among Mid Peninsula's student population. By addressing the unique needs of its student population and focusing on areas for improvement, such as increasing graduation rates, reducing chronic absenteeism, and improving academic performance, Mid Peninsula School can work towards providing a more effective and supportive educational experience for its students.