Summary:
The 48602 zip code area of Saginaw, Michigan is home to 11 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools. While the overall Saginaw School District struggles, with a 1-star rating, two standout schools in this area demonstrate that high-quality public education is possible.
Saginaw Arts and Sciences Academy, a public high school, ranks 2nd out of 735 Michigan high schools and has a 5-star rating. It boasts exceptional test scores, with 77-91% of students proficient in core subjects, a very high 97.4% 4-year graduation rate, and a low 2.5% dropout rate. In contrast, Career Opportunities Center has a 0% graduation rate and 100% dropout rate. The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance across the schools in this area.
Another high-performing school is Handley School, a public elementary school that ranks 6th out of 1,470 Michigan elementary schools and also has a 5-star rating. It boasts remarkably high test scores, with 77-94% of students proficient, and the highest per-student spending of $23,970. However, many other schools in the Saginaw School District struggle, with single-digit proficiency rates, high chronic absenteeism, and over 98% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
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