Summary:
The 48611 zip code area in Bay City, Michigan is home to 3 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Bay City School District. The standout schools in this area are Western Middle School, which consistently ranks in the top 25% of Michigan middle schools, and Auburn Elementary School, which performs in the top 20% of Michigan elementary schools.
Bay City Western High School has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.8%, but its academic performance on state assessments is mixed, with some subject areas underperforming the district and state averages. In contrast, Western Middle School and Auburn Elementary School generally outperform the district and state on standardized tests across multiple grade levels and subjects.
Interestingly, the schools with higher percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, such as Western Middle School and Auburn Elementary, tend to perform better academically than the high school, which has a lower percentage of such students. This suggests that socioeconomic factors may play a role in academic outcomes, and resource allocation alone may not be the sole driver of success. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive overview of the schools in the 48611 zip code area, highlighting the strengths and potential areas for improvement.
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