Summary:
The city of Temperance, Michigan is home to three schools serving students from elementary through high school: Bedford Senior High School, Bedford Junior High School, and Jackman Road Elementary School. These schools, part of the Bedford Public Schools district, demonstrate a range of academic performance, with Jackman Road Elementary standing out as the top-performing school in the area.
Jackman Road Elementary consistently achieves high academic results, with 3rd-5th grade students scoring well above state and district averages in English Language Arts and Math on the M-Step assessments. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, 64.6% of 3rd graders, 61.3% of 4th graders, and 60.2% of 5th graders scored proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state averages of 39.6%, 43.3%, and 44%. The school has also maintained a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past 3 years. In contrast, Bedford Junior High School has shown strong performance on PSAT assessments, with 75% of 8th graders scoring proficient or better in ELA and 39% in Math in 2023-2024, well above state averages.
The schools in Temperance have a predominantly white student population, ranging from 88.27% at Jackman Road Elementary to 89.49% at Bedford Senior High School. This lack of racial diversity may be an area for the district to explore and address. Additionally, the high chronic absenteeism rate at Jackman Road Elementary (23.4%) is a potential concern that the district should investigate and address, as consistent attendance is crucial for academic success. Overall, the data suggests that the schools in Temperance are providing a solid educational experience, with Jackman Road Elementary standing out as the top performer in the area.
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