Summary:
The 48176 zip code area is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (1 regular high school and 1 alternative high school). The schools in this area demonstrate a range of academic performance, with some standout institutions like Saline High School and Saline Middle School ranking among the top schools in Michigan.
Saline High School is the top-performing school in the data set, with consistently high test scores, graduation rates, and other metrics. For example, in 2024-2025, 72.2% of 11th graders were proficient or better in M-Step/Science, compared to the state average of 34.9%. Saline Middle School also stands out as a high-performing school, ranking among the top 27-44 middle schools in Michigan. Additionally, Harvest Elementary School has exceptional test scores, with 82% of 3rd graders proficient or better in M-Step/English Language Arts in 2023-2024, compared to the district average of 65.5% and the state average of 39.6%.
While the Saline Area Schools district appears to be performing exceptionally well, the data also reveals some areas of concern. The chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5% across all schools is quite high and could be an area for the district to investigate further. Additionally, the significant variation in free/reduced lunch rates and spending per student across the schools suggests there may be differences in the socioeconomic backgrounds of the student populations and the resources available to each school. The district may want to explore ways to address these disparities and ensure all students have access to a quality education.
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