Summary:
The city of River Rouge, Michigan is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this district face significant challenges, with low academic performance, high rates of poverty and disadvantage, and substantial racial disparities.
Among the standout schools in the district is River Rouge STEM Academy at Dunn, an elementary/middle school that outperforms the district on state assessments, with 20% of 5th graders proficient in English Language Arts compared to the district average of 15.7%. The River Rouge Alternative Virtual Academy also stands out, with a more diverse student population and higher test scores than the district average, particularly in English Language Arts. However, the alternative school also has a much lower graduation rate of 30.9% compared to 88.5% at River Rouge High School.
Across the River Rouge School District, chronic absenteeism is a major issue, ranging from 52.8% at the alternative school to 82.7% at the middle school. Proficiency rates on state assessments are extremely low, with most schools scoring under 10-15% proficient in core subjects like English, math, and science. These systemic challenges highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to improve outcomes for students in this community.
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