South Bend Community School Corp

The South Bend Community School Corp district in Indiana encompasses 30 schools, including 16 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 5 high schools, and 3 alternative schools. The district serves a diverse student population and faces significant challenges, with many schools struggling with low test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and economic disadvantage.

However, the data reveals several standout schools that are outperforming their peers. Kennedy Academy, an elementary school, ranks in the top 320 elementary schools in Indiana and earns 4-5 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger, with high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math. Similarly, Swanson Traditional School is another high-performing elementary school, ranking in the top 104 in the state. At the middle school level, LaSalle Academy stands out, ranking 21st out of 485 Indiana middle schools and earning a perfect 5 out of 5 stars.

While the district's high schools generally struggle, with low test scores and graduation rates ranging from 70.5% to 87.6%, Clay High School performs better than the district average. The data also reveals a strong correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with the highest-poverty schools tending to have the lowest test scores and highest chronic absenteeism rates. Addressing these disparities and supporting struggling schools will be crucial for the South Bend Community School Corp to improve outcomes for all its students.