Summary:
Zip code 49286 is home to a single high school, Tecumseh High School, a mid-sized public school serving grades 9-12 with 736 students and part of the Tecumseh Public Schools district.
Tecumseh High School is a standout performer that has shown remarkable improvement, climbing from a #229 state ranking two years ago to #100 this year—now placing it in the top 12.5% of Michigan high schools. The school exceeds state averages in every single subject and grade level tested, with particularly strong results in 10th-grade PSAT Mathematics (54.4% proficient vs. 31.5% statewide) and 10th-grade ELA (78.9% vs. 58.0%). Science proficiency also jumped dramatically from 27.6% to 41.8% in just one year, reversing a previous deficit to now outperform the state by 6.6 points. The school's graduation rate of 91.4% far exceeds the state average of 84.0%, while its dropout rate of 4.9% is well below the 7.1% state norm.
What makes these achievements particularly impressive is that nearly 30% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch, yet the school still outperforms wealthier districts statewide. The school also enjoys a healthy climate, with chronic absenteeism at just 15.3%—nearly half the state average of 27.9%. Notably, Tecumseh High School outperforms its own district across all key metrics, including graduation rate (91.4% vs. 87.3%) and chronic absenteeism (15.3% vs. 23.8%), making it a clear bright spot within Tecumseh Public Schools. While there is a noticeable dip in scores from 10th to 11th grade—likely reflecting the harder SAT format—the school's rapid ascent and consistent excellence suggest it is a top-tier educational option for families in this area.
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