Hastings Area School District

The Hastings Area School District in Michigan consists of 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from the Hastings area. The district faces some challenges, with student performance generally below the state average, but also has several standout schools that are worth highlighting.

Hastings Middle School is a top performer, ranking in the top 25% of Michigan middle schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It excels on state assessments, with 47.3% of 7th graders proficient in ELA and 28.1% proficient in Math. Star Elementary School also stands out, with strong academic performance and a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 10.4%. Meanwhile, Northeastern Elementary School impresses with high Math proficiency rates, with 60.8% of 3rd graders and 51% of 4th graders meeting standards.

However, the district as a whole faces challenges, with graduation rates at Hastings High School slightly below the state average and a higher-than-average dropout rate of 10%. Chronic absenteeism is also a concern, ranging from 10.4% at Star Elementary to 30.4% at Southeastern Elementary. The Hastings Area School District is ranked 217 out of 610 districts in Michigan, suggesting the need for a comprehensive approach to address these systemic challenges and support the growth and success of all students.