Summary:
The Da Vinci Schools district in Michigan has only one elementary school, Da Vinci Schools K5, which serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 106 students. While the school has a lower student-teacher ratio and higher per-student spending than the state average, it struggles with academic performance and high chronic absenteeism rates.
Academically, Da Vinci Schools K5 lags behind state averages in English Language Arts and Math proficiency, particularly in 4th grade where only 17.65% of students are proficient or better in ELA compared to the state average of 43.3%. The school also has a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 47.2%, which is significantly higher than the state average. These academic and attendance challenges may be exacerbated by the school's high percentage of students (89.62%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic disadvantages among the student population.
Despite the additional resources invested in Da Vinci Schools K5, the data suggests that the school faces complex challenges that go beyond just funding and staffing. Addressing the root causes of the school's academic and attendance issues, potentially through targeted interventions and community partnerships, will likely be crucial for improving outcomes for the students served by this school.
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