Summary:
The city of Blanchard, Michigan is home to two schools - Montabella Junior-Senior High and Montabella Elementary, both part of the Montabella Community Schools district. While the schools serve students from grades K-12, the data suggests they are relatively average-performing institutions within the state of Michigan, with room for improvement across several key metrics.
Academically, both Montabella Junior-Senior High and Montabella Elementary consistently underperform compared to state averages on standardized test scores, with a few exceptions. The high schools' four-year graduation rate of 90% is respectable, but the district's chronic absenteeism rates, particularly at the high school level, are concerning and may be contributing to the academic challenges. Demographically, the student populations at both schools are predominantly White, with small percentages of minority students, which may indicate a need to examine the educational experiences and support systems for the diverse student population.
Despite the higher-than-average per-student spending at both schools, the academic outcomes suggest the resources may not be effectively utilized or allocated to address the specific needs of the student population. Addressing the areas of academic performance, attendance, and resource allocation should be priorities for the Montabella Community Schools district in order to provide a high-quality education to all students in Blanchard, Michigan.
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