Summary:
The 48879 zip code area is home to 7 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, all part of the St. Johns Public Schools district. This district is ranked 100 out of 613 in Michigan and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in this area are Oakview Elementary School, which consistently performs in the top 30% of Michigan elementary schools, and St. Johns High School, which ranks in the top 20% of Michigan high schools. These schools have strong test scores, high graduation rates, and relatively low dropout rates compared to the state average. In contrast, the alternative high school, STRIVE Academy, has lower performance despite serving a more economically disadvantaged population.
The schools in this area show a range of performance, with some, like Gateway Elementary and Eureka School, having more mixed results. Additionally, all schools in the area face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, around 29.5%, which may be impacting student outcomes. The data does not show a clear correlation between spending per student and school performance, suggesting that other factors, such as teaching quality and student engagement, may play a significant role in determining school success.
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