Summary:
The city of Stanton, Michigan is home to two public schools - Central Montcalm Middle High School serving grades 6-12 and Central Montcalm Upper Elementary School serving grades 3-5. Both schools are part of the Central Montcalm Public Schools district and are performing significantly below state averages on academic metrics.
The data shows that both schools struggle with low proficiency rates on standardized tests, with only 18.2% of 6th graders at the middle/high school proficient in English Language Arts and just 15.9% proficient in math, compared to state averages of 37.5% and 31% respectively. The elementary school faces similar challenges, with 20-30% of students proficient across grades 3-5. Graduation and attendance rates are also concerning, with the middle/high school having an 85.1% four-year graduation rate and 36.8% chronic absenteeism.
Factors like high poverty levels, with over 60% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, and resource allocation concerns, such as high per-student spending but low student-teacher ratios, suggest systemic challenges that may be impacting the schools' ability to drive academic improvement. Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of the educational landscape in Stanton, indicating a need for significant interventions and support to help these schools better serve their students.
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