Best Public Schools in Albion, MI

The public schools in the city of Albion, Michigan serve students from elementary through high school, with two schools in the district - Harrington Elementary School and Marshall Opportunity High School. While both schools face significant challenges, the data suggests that neither can be considered a standout performer in the area.

Harrington Elementary is ranked in the bottom 2% of Michigan elementary schools, with very low academic proficiency rates and an extremely high chronic absenteeism rate of over 50%. Meanwhile, Marshall Opportunity High School fares only slightly better, ranking in the bottom 13% of Michigan high schools with a 4-year graduation rate of just 58.9% and a high dropout rate of 21.9%. Both schools serve predominantly low-income student populations, with over 74% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

The broader Marshall Public Schools district is ranked 246 out of 610 districts in Michigan and rated 3 out of 5 stars, indicating systemic challenges that extend beyond the individual schools. While spending per student is relatively high at Harrington Elementary, the data suggests the need to examine how resources are being utilized to drive better outcomes for students. Overall, the public schools in Albion face significant hurdles in providing a high-quality education and creating more equitable opportunities for their students.