Elementary Schools in Crescent Academy

The Crescent Academy district in Michigan is home to two elementary schools: Crescent Academy Elementary and Crescent Academy PK1. These schools serve predominantly African American student populations from low-income backgrounds and face significant challenges in terms of academic achievement, student engagement, and socioeconomic factors.

Neither school stands out as a clear academic performer, as both institutions consistently score well below state averages on standardized assessments in English Language Arts, Math, and Science. For example, in 2023-2024, only 26.4% of 3rd graders at Crescent Academy Elementary were proficient in ELA, compared to the state average of 39.6%. Math proficiency rates are even lower, with only 9.1% of 4th graders at Crescent Academy Elementary meeting proficiency, compared to the state average of 39.1%. Additionally, both schools struggle with extremely high rates of chronic absenteeism, with Crescent Academy PK1 reporting a 62.9% rate in 2022-2023.

The socioeconomic challenges faced by the students in the Crescent Academy district are evident, as over 97% of students at both schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. While the schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, the overall per-student spending does not appear to be translating into improved academic performance, suggesting a need to evaluate the effectiveness of resource allocation and utilization. Addressing the systemic issues at these schools will require a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to support the students and their families.