Summary:
The 49424 zip code area is home to 15 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population and demonstrate a wide range of academic performance, with some standout schools like Waukazoo Elementary School and Lakewood Elementary School consistently ranking among the top in the state, while others, such as Pine Creek Elementary School and Woodside Elementary School, struggle with low proficiency rates.
The data highlights the importance of school choice in the 49424 zip code area, as families have access to high-performing options like Waukazoo Elementary and Lakewood Elementary, as well as the largest high school in the area, West Ottawa High School Campus, which ranks in the top 30% of Michigan high schools. However, the West Ottawa Public School District, which encompasses most of the schools in the 49424 zip code, has an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, suggesting room for improvement across the district.
The data also reveals significant challenges faced by the alternative schools in the area, such as Dunes Alternative High School and Sheldon Pines School, which have low graduation rates, high dropout rates, and high chronic absenteeism. These schools may require additional support and resources to better serve their student populations and improve academic outcomes.
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