Summary:
The 48768 zip code area is home to 3 schools, including 1 elementary school, 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school), and no middle schools. The data reveals a mix of performance across these schools, with some standout concerns around academic achievement and equity.
Vassar Senior High School, the largest school in the area with 474 students, has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.8% but a moderate dropout rate of 7.6%. However, its academic performance as measured by standardized test scores is below the state average, with only 24-52% of students proficient in various subjects. The school also has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5%. In contrast, Clarence Fischer Center, an alternative high school with just 14 students, has a similar graduation and dropout rate but its test scores are not reported, likely due to the small student population. This school has a very high percentage of students (78.57%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-need student population.
Across the district, Vassar Public Schools is ranked 328 out of 613 districts in Michigan and rated 2 out of 5 stars, suggesting significant challenges at the district level that are impacting the performance of individual schools. The high chronic absenteeism rates and low test scores across the schools in this area point to broader issues around academic achievement and equity that will likely require a multi-faceted approach to address.
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