Summary:
The city of Wayland, Michigan is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is an alternative school). The schools in this district show a mix of strong performance and unique challenges, with Wayland Union Middle School and Wayland High School standing out as top performers, while the alternative Career Connections Academy faces lower graduation rates and test scores.
Wayland Union Middle School consistently ranks in the top 25% of Michigan middle schools, with strong test scores and low chronic absenteeism. Wayland High School also excels, boasting a 96% four-year graduation rate. In contrast, Career Connections Academy, the alternative high school, has a much lower 57.6% graduation rate and 23% dropout rate, highlighting the challenges faced by schools serving more vulnerable student populations.
The elementary schools in the Wayland Union Schools district show more variability, with Pine Street Elementary standing out as the strongest performer. The district also exhibits significant economic diversity, with the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch ranging from 35% to 70% across the schools. This suggests the need for targeted support and resource allocation to ensure equity and access for all students in the Wayland school system.
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