Summary:
River City Scholars Charter Academy is the sole elementary school located in the River City Scholars Charter Academy district, serving grades K-8 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With a total enrollment of 346 students, the school has consistently struggled to provide a high-quality education, ranking in the bottom 15% of Michigan elementary schools for the past three years.
Academically, River City Scholars Charter Academy falls significantly behind state averages in proficiency rates on standardized assessments, with only 31.3% of 4th-grade students proficient in English Language Arts and as low as 9.09% proficient in 3rd-grade math. The school's high chronic absenteeism rate of 42.6% may be contributing to these poor academic outcomes. Additionally, the school serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with 93.06% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite spending $18,140 per student, which is higher than the state average, and maintaining a lower student-teacher ratio of 12.3, River City Scholars Charter Academy has struggled to provide a quality education to its students. Addressing the school's persistent academic challenges, high chronic absenteeism, and the unique needs of its economically disadvantaged population will be crucial in improving student outcomes and ensuring the school's long-term success.
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