Summary:
The Dearborn Academy is the only elementary school located in the Dearborn Academy district, serving grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 515 students. This public charter school faces significant challenges, with low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and a predominantly low-income student population.
The Dearborn Academy has consistently low test scores, with proficiency rates well below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 3rd grade English Language Arts, only 5.66% of students were proficient or better, compared to the state average of 39.6%. The school also struggles with high chronic absenteeism, with a rate of 35.2% - much higher than the state average.
Despite spending $17,616 per student, which is higher than the state average, and having a slightly lower student-teacher ratio than the state, The Dearborn Academy is clearly facing significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its predominantly low-income student population, with 97.86% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing these issues will require a comprehensive, data-driven approach focused on improving instructional practices, attendance, and support for the school's students.
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