Summary:
The 48638 zip code area in Saginaw, Michigan is home to 4 schools - 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school, all part of the Saginaw Township Community Schools district. While the schools serve a diverse student population, there is a stark contrast in academic performance, with Hemmeter Elementary School consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in the state.
Hemmeter Elementary stands out with its exceptional test scores, significantly outperforming the district and state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For instance, in 2024-2025, 83.1% of 3rd graders at Hemmeter were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to just 43.6% for the district and 38.9% statewide. In contrast, the other elementary schools in the area, Arrowwood Elementary and Westdale Elementary, serve higher percentages of economically disadvantaged students, with free and reduced lunch rates of 66.74% and 80.37%, respectively.
Across all 4 schools, chronic absenteeism rates are a concern, averaging 29.5% in 2023-2024, significantly higher than the state average. Spending per student also varies widely, from $12,157 at Hemmeter Elementary to $15,182 at White Pine Middle School. These disparities in resources and student outcomes within a single zip code area suggest opportunities for the Saginaw Township Community Schools district to learn from Hemmeter's best practices and apply them more broadly to support the academic success of all students.
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