Tekonsha Schools

Tekonsha Schools is an alternative public school serving grades K-12 in the small town of Tekonsha, Michigan, with a student population of 185 that is predominantly White (90.81%). While the school is investing more resources in its students, it faces several challenges, including fluctuating graduation and dropout rates, high chronic absenteeism, and underperforming test scores compared to state averages.

Tekonsha Schools' 4-year graduation rate has ranged from 71.4% to 94.4% in recent years, generally lower than the state average. Its dropout rate has also fluctuated, from 0% to 21.4%, significantly higher than the state average. The school has a particularly high chronic absenteeism rate, ranging from 15.8% to 42.2%, much higher than the state average. Tekonsha Schools' test scores on the M-Step and SAT/PSAT assessments are also generally lower than state averages across various grade levels and subject areas. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 63.93% to 65.41%, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.

When compared to nearby alternative schools, Tekonsha Schools stands out in both positive and negative ways. For example, Greenfield School and Doris Klaussen Dev Center have even lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates than Tekonsha Schools. However, Marshall Academy, a public charter school, has a 100% graduation rate and 0% dropout rate, significantly better than Tekonsha Schools. Addressing the challenges faced by Tekonsha Schools should be a priority for the school and the Tekonsha Community Schools district to ensure that students receive a high-quality education and are prepared for success after graduation.