Summary:
The city of Allegan, Michigan is home to 11 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 4 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from diverse backgrounds. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with some standout institutions like Dawson Elementary School and West Ward Elementary School consistently ranking among the top 3 out of 5 stars on the SchoolDigger scale for the past 3 years.
While the district and its schools generally perform below the state averages in most tested subjects and grade levels, these two elementary schools have students outperforming the district and state in several areas, including English Language Arts and Math. In contrast, the alternative schools, Allegan Alternative High School and Outlook Academy, face unique challenges, with much lower graduation rates, higher dropout rates, and significantly higher chronic absenteeism compared to the rest of the district.
The data also reveals a correlation between socioeconomic factors and academic performance, with the schools serving a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students, such as Pine Trails Elementary School and Dawson Elementary School, struggling more academically. Addressing these disparities and developing targeted interventions for the alternative schools and economically disadvantaged populations could be crucial for improving educational outcomes across the Allegan Public Schools district.
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