Summary:
The 49801 zip code in Michigan is home to a single high school, Iron Mountain High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's performance has been a concern, with its statewide ranking fluctuating from 286 out of 735 schools in 2022-2023 to 525 out of 739 schools in 2024-2025, indicating a concerning trend of declining performance compared to other schools in the state.
Iron Mountain High School's academic struggles are evident in its proficiency rates on the M-Step and SAT exams, which are significantly lower than the state and district averages, particularly in mathematics and science. The school also faces challenges with high rates of chronic absenteeism (29.5%) and dropout (7.6%), both of which are higher than the state averages. These issues may be contributing to the school's overall academic performance and may require targeted interventions to address.
Despite the school's higher per-student spending of $12,687, which is above the state average, Iron Mountain High School serves a relatively high percentage of economically disadvantaged students (43.46% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch). This socioeconomic factor may present additional challenges for the school in supporting its student population and improving their academic outcomes. The Iron Mountain Public Schools district will need to focus on addressing these concerns to help Iron Mountain High School improve its performance and provide a quality education for its students.
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