Summary:
New Branches Charter Academy is the sole elementary school serving grades K-8 in the New Branches Charter Academy district in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With a total enrollment of 358 students, the school has a diverse student population, with over 50% African American and 25% Hispanic students. However, the school faces significant academic challenges, with test scores consistently below the state average across grade levels and subject areas.
Chronic absenteeism is a major issue at New Branches Charter Academy, with a rate of 30.4% during the 2022-2023 school year, far exceeding the state average. Additionally, a large majority (83.52%) of the school's students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending of $11,764 and a student-teacher ratio of 16.1 to 1, the data suggests that the school may need additional resources and support to address the academic and social-emotional needs of its students.
While the school faces significant challenges, the data also reveals some potential bright spots. For example, the school's 8th-grade PSAT scores in English Language Arts (54.5%) and Mathematics (36.4%) are closer to or above the state averages, indicating that the school may be able to replicate these successes in other grade levels and subject areas. By addressing the root causes of the school's academic and attendance challenges, and leveraging its strengths, New Branches Charter Academy may be able to provide a high-quality education to its diverse student population.
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