Summary:
The 48507 zip code area in Flint, Michigan is home to 8 schools spanning elementary, middle, high, and alternative education, across two school districts - Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools and Flint School District of the City of. While a few schools stand out, the overall academic performance in this area is concerning, with low test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and stark racial disparities.
Southwestern Classical Academy, a high school, has particularly low academic achievement, with only 9.8% of 11th graders proficient in SAT Reading/Writing and 6% proficient in M-Step Social Studies. In contrast, Madison Academy Elementary/Middle School, a charter school, performs better academically than some peers, though it is still ranked in the bottom 25% of Michigan elementary schools. The alternative schools, such as Elmer A. Knopf Learning Center, struggle with extremely low graduation rates and high chronic absenteeism, indicating they are not effectively serving their high-needs student populations.
Across the board, test scores at these schools fall well below state averages, and many have very high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting the high levels of poverty in the area. Racial disparities are also pervasive, with some schools having over 80% African American enrollment. These systemic challenges suggest the need for targeted interventions and increased investment to improve educational outcomes for students in the 48507 zip code.
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