Summary:
The 48021 zip code area in Eastpointe, Michigan is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and no alternative schools. The schools in this area, which are part of the Eastpointe Community Schools district, as well as the Eaton Academy charter school, face significant academic challenges, with consistently low test scores and high chronic absenteeism rates across the board.
Among the standout schools, Eaton Academy stands out for its relatively high test scores, which exceed the district and state averages in multiple subjects and grade levels. However, the school is still ranked relatively low statewide and has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5%. In contrast, Eastpointe High School has the lowest statewide ranking among the schools, but it maintains a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.8% and a lower dropout rate of 7.6% compared to the other high schools.
The data also reveals that the schools in this area serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged population, with very high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 81.93% to 90.57%. This, coupled with the low test scores and high chronic absenteeism rates, suggests that the schools in the 48021 zip code area face significant challenges in supporting student learning and achievement. Addressing these issues will likely require a multi-faceted approach involving targeted interventions, resource allocation, and community engagement.
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