Summary:
The Dearborn Heights School District #7 in Michigan is home to two high schools: Annapolis High School and Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy. While Annapolis High School is the larger of the two with 748 students, it underperforms the state average on most standardized test metrics, with only 29.1% proficient in Science and 33.5% proficient in Social Studies on the M-Step exam. In contrast, the smaller Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy has a much lower four-year graduation rate at 37% and a significantly higher dropout rate of 25.9%.
Annapolis High School serves a more racially diverse student population, with 56.15% White, 24.2% African American, and 14.71% Hispanic students, while Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy has a student body that is 75% White. Both schools have high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, at 77.27% for Annapolis and 75% for Dearborn Heights Virtual. However, Annapolis High School spends $14,332 per student, while Dearborn Heights Virtual Academy spends $25,463 per student, raising questions about the efficient allocation of resources and the potential impact on student outcomes.
The data highlights several areas of concern for the Dearborn Heights School District #7, including academic underperformance, high rates of poverty and absenteeism, and potential equity issues. Addressing these challenges will be crucial for improving educational outcomes and providing all students with the resources and support they need to succeed.
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