Summary:
The 48036 zip code in Michigan has only one middle school, Algonquin Middle School, which serves grades 6-8 and is part of the Chippewa Valley Schools district. While the district is ranked 240 out of 613 in Michigan and has a 3-star rating, Algonquin Middle School's performance has been declining, with its statewide ranking dropping from 466 out of 897 Michigan middle schools in 2023-2024 to 525 out of 883 in 2022-2023, earning it a 2-star rating.
Algonquin Middle School faces several challenges, including a high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5% and student proficiency rates on state assessments that are generally below the district and state averages across various subjects and grade levels. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at 53.29%, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges among the student population.
Despite having a relatively high per-student spending of $14,156 and a student-teacher ratio of 19.3, which is slightly higher than the district and state averages, Algonquin Middle School's academic performance and student outcomes suggest that the resources may not be effectively utilized or allocated to address the specific needs of the student population. The school's declining performance and proficiency gaps highlight the need for targeted interventions and strategies to improve educational outcomes for the students in this community.
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