Summary:
The city of Bay City, Michigan is home to 19 schools across two school districts - the Bay City School District and the Bangor Township Schools. This includes 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 4 high schools, and 4 alternative schools, serving students from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic statuses.
Among the standout schools in the area, Mackensen Elementary School consistently performs well, ranking in the top 3 stars out of 5 on the SchoolDigger scale for the past 3 years. It boasts strong test scores, with 60.5% of 5th graders proficient or better in science, well above the district and state averages. Another high-performing school is Bangor West Central School, which has impressive test scores, with over 50% of 3rd and 4th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and Math, and relatively low chronic absenteeism at 18.6%.
However, the data also reveals significant disparities between schools in the area. While some schools like Bay City Eastern High School stand out for their diverse student populations, others struggle with low graduation rates, high dropout rates, and poor academic performance, particularly the alternative and adult education schools. These challenges highlight the need for targeted interventions and a focus on addressing systemic inequities to ensure all students in Bay City have access to a quality education.
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