Alma Public Schools

The Alma Public Schools district in Michigan consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The district's schools demonstrate a mix of strengths and areas for improvement, with some standout performers and opportunities for growth.

Among the district's schools, Donald L Pavlik Middle School stands out as the highest-ranked in the state, while Pine Avenue Elementary School boasts the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math among the elementary schools. However, the district as a whole struggles with relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, with Alma Senior High School reporting a concerning 31.2% rate. Additionally, the high school's state-wide ranking has declined in recent years, indicating a need for improvement in certain subject areas.

Across the district, the schools serve a predominantly white student population, with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting significant socioeconomic challenges that may impact academic performance. While the district's schools generally perform below state averages in Science, Social Studies, and Mathematics on standardized tests, they perform better than the state average in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing. The district may benefit from focusing on addressing chronic absenteeism, improving test scores in underperforming subject areas, and supporting students from low-income families to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students.