Summary:
The 49269 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school - all part of the Western School District. The standout school in the area is Parma Elementary School, which demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in math and English language arts, with over 50% of students proficient or better in these subjects. The Western Middle School also performs well, ranking in the top 20% of Michigan middle schools and maintaining a 4-star rating.
Across the district, the schools generally outperform state averages on standardized tests, with Western High School boasting an 82.8% four-year graduation rate, above the state average. However, all three schools struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates, around 29-30%, which may be impacting overall student achievement and engagement.
Socioeconomic factors also play a role, with Parma Elementary having the highest percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 60.51%, compared to 40% at Western Middle and 31.54% at Western High. Despite these challenges, the schools in the Western School District demonstrate a consistent level of academic performance and alignment in their educational approach.
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