Summary:
The city of Elk Rapids, Michigan is home to a small but high-performing school district, with 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school. The district is led by Elk Rapids Schools, which has consistently ranked among the top school systems in the state.
The standout school in the district is Elk Rapids High School, which has earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores, particularly in STEM subjects, are significantly higher than the state averages, with 76.4% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in M-Step Science compared to the state average of 37.5%. Elk Rapids High School also boasts a high 4-year graduation rate of 90.1% and a low dropout rate of 2.2%. Another standout is Lakeland Elementary, which has maintained a 4-star rating and consistently outperforms the state in English Language Arts and Math assessments.
While the district as a whole is performing well, the Sunrise Academy, an alternative high school, stands out with its unique characteristics. The school has a high graduation rate of 91.6% and a 0.0% dropout rate, but also the highest chronic absenteeism rate at 36.6% and the highest percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 60.87%. This suggests the need for additional support and resources to address the specific needs of the students at Sunrise Academy.
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