Summary:
The city of South Haven, Michigan is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The schools in this district face significant socioeconomic challenges, with over 60% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch across all schools.
While the traditional public schools in the district generally perform below state averages on standardized tests, Lincoln School stands out as an elementary school with the highest proficiency rates in 3rd grade English Language Arts (40%) and Math (44.4%). In contrast, the alternative high school WAY South Haven struggles with a concerning 40% 4-year graduation rate and 33.3% dropout rate, along with the highest chronic absenteeism rate of 63.4%.
Across the district, South Haven High School has the highest 4-year graduation rate at 92.5%, while the alternative school WAY South Haven has the lowest at 40%. The racial makeup of the schools also varies, with the elementary schools having a higher percentage of white students compared to the middle and high schools. Overall, the South Haven Public Schools district faces significant challenges in ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students.
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