Summary:
The city of Marlette, Michigan is home to two schools that serve students from elementary through high school: Marlette JrSr High School and Marlette Elementary, which are part of the Marlette Community Schools district. While the elementary school has maintained a relatively consistent statewide ranking, the high school has seen significant fluctuations, suggesting potential challenges in maintaining academic performance.
Marlette JrSr High School's statewide ranking has ranged from a high of 152 out of 531 Michigan high schools in 2021-2022 to a low of 522 out of 735 in 2022-2023, before rebounding to 369 out of 743 in the current school year. In contrast, Marlette Elementary has seen a more gradual decline in its statewide ranking, from 492 out of 1,344 Michigan elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 657 out of 1,486 in the current school year. This suggests that the elementary school may be providing a more stable educational experience for its students.
Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating potential socioeconomic challenges in the Marlette community. Additionally, Marlette JrSr High School has a higher student-teacher ratio of 21.2, compared to Marlette Elementary's 14.7, which may contribute to the observed performance differences between the two schools. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive snapshot of the schools in Marlette, Michigan, highlighting areas of strength and potential areas for improvement to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.
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