Summary:
The 48227 zip code area of Detroit, Michigan is home to 5 elementary schools that are part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District. These schools serve students from pre-K through 8th grade, with enrollments ranging from 276 to 845 students. While the district as a whole is ranked 549 out of 613 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating, one school in this area stands out as a relative bright spot.
Edison Elementary School has the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies compared to the other schools in the zip code. For example, in 5th grade, Edison had 27.6% proficiency in English Language Arts, compared to the district average of 16.8% and the state average of 44.4%. In 5th grade Math, Edison's proficiency rate was 24.1%, well above the district's 9.2% and the state's 32.9%. However, all schools in the area significantly underperform the state averages across grade levels and subjects, with most schools having less than 20% proficiency.
The schools in this zip code face significant challenges, including very high chronic absenteeism rates of 29.5%, well above the state average. Additionally, these schools serve a high-needs population, with over 80% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. While per-student spending is higher than the state average, ranging from $19,490 to $23,353, this funding alone does not appear to be driving improved academic outcomes. Addressing the complex issues of attendance, socioeconomic factors, and instructional quality will be crucial to improving student performance in this area.
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