Summary:
Hillsdale Preparatory School is the sole public charter elementary school serving the Hillsdale, Michigan area. With a small student population of just 88 students, the school faces challenges in academic performance and student engagement compared to state averages.
Academically, Hillsdale Preparatory School lags behind state proficiency levels in both English Language Arts and Science. Only 30% of 3rd graders and 37.5% of 5th graders are proficient in ELA, compared to state averages of 40.9% and 43.9% respectively. Science proficiency in 5th grade is even lower at 18.75%, well below the 38.9% state average. The school's chronic absenteeism rate of 27.9% is also significantly higher than the state average, which likely contributes to the academic challenges.
Socioeconomic factors may play a role, as over 54% of Hillsdale Preparatory School's students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. The school's performance has also declined over time, dropping from a ranking of 620 out of 1,466 Michigan elementary schools in 2016-2017 to 1,042 out of 1,470 in 2022-2023. To improve student outcomes, Hillsdale Preparatory School should focus on addressing chronic absenteeism, enhancing instructional practices, and providing additional support for its economically disadvantaged student population.
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