Summary:
Warrendale Charter Academy is the sole elementary school (grades K-8) in the Warrendale Charter Academy District, which is ranked 555 out of 610 districts in Michigan and has a 0-star rating. The school serves a predominantly African American (90.97%) and economically disadvantaged (98.17% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch) student population of 709 students.
Despite the school's relatively high spending per student ($13,161), Warrendale Charter Academy is struggling academically, with standardized test scores significantly below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the percentage of students proficient or better in English Language Arts ranged from 12.3% in 3rd grade to 35.8% in 7th grade, compared to state averages ranging from 37.5% to 44%. Similarly, in Mathematics, the school's proficiency rates ranged from 4.62% in 6th grade to 20.8% in 7th grade, compared to state averages ranging from 31% to 43.4%.
The school also faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 59.6%, which can contribute to the academic struggles. While the school's demographic factors and resource allocation may play a role in its performance, the data suggests that significant interventions and support are needed to improve outcomes for the students at Warrendale Charter Academy.
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