Summary:
Zip code 48430, serving the Fenton, Michigan area, is home to nine public schools across two top-rated districts: Fenton Area Public Schools and Lake Fenton Community Schools, offering education from elementary through high school.
Families in this area have access to consistently high-performing schools that outpace state averages by 10-20 percentage points in most subjects. Fenton Senior High School stands out with a 93.7% graduation rate and exceptional social studies and science scores, while TomekEastern Elementary School leads the elementary schools academically despite having a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students than some peers. For math-focused families, Torrey Hill Intermediate School in Lake Fenton shows remarkable early-grade math proficiency, with 4th-grade scores nearly 24 points above the state average. However, this math advantage fades by middle school, as Lake Fenton Middle School falls below state averages in 8th-grade math—a trend worth investigating for parents planning long-term. Similarly, both middle schools show a dip in 7th-grade ELA scores, suggesting a challenging transition year for literacy.
Resource allocation varies notably across the area. North Road Elementary School spends the most per student ($18,735) and has the lowest student-teacher ratio (12.3), yet struggles with the highest chronic absenteeism (23.3%) among traditional schools, which may offset these advantages. In contrast, State Road Elementary School achieves strong results with the lowest poverty rate (24%) and best attendance (9.6% chronic absenteeism). The alternative Fenton Horizon Academy serves a different population, with lower graduation rates (66.6%) and higher absenteeism, reflecting its role for students needing non-traditional paths. Overall, both districts rank in the top 15% statewide, making 48430 a strong choice for families prioritizing academic excellence.
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