Summary:
The 48082 zip code in Michigan has only one middle school, Kennedy Middle School, which serves grades 6-8 and is part of the Lake Shore Public Schools (Macomb) district. While Kennedy Middle School has some areas of strength, such as above-average 6th grade ELA and Math proficiency, it also faces challenges with declining rankings, mixed academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students.
Kennedy Middle School's statewide ranking has dropped from 341 out of 890 schools in 2024-2025 to 493 out of 897 schools in 2023-2024, indicating a decline in performance relative to other middle schools in Michigan. The school's academic performance is mixed, with 7th grade proficiency rates below the state averages in ELA and Math, and significant declines in 8th grade Science and Social Studies proficiency. Additionally, the school's PSAT Math proficiency is significantly lower than the state average.
With a chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5% and over half (51.8%) of its students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, Kennedy Middle School faces challenges related to student engagement and economic disadvantage. Despite the relatively high spending per student of $15,257, the school's performance does not seem to be consistently strong across all academic areas. Further analysis and targeted interventions may be needed to address these issues and improve the school's overall performance.
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