Summary:
The Houghton Lake Community Schools district in Michigan consists of 3 schools, including 1 elementary school, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. The data reveals some standout schools and areas for improvement within the district.
Collins Elementary School stands out with relatively high 6th grade English Language Arts proficiency, lower chronic absenteeism, and a lower student-teacher ratio compared to the high schools. In contrast, Houghton Lake JrSr High School has a higher 4-year graduation rate and lower dropout rate than the other high school in the district. However, all schools perform below state averages in core subject areas, and the district has high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients.
The data also reveals concerning trends, such as very high chronic absenteeism rates across the district, significant performance gaps compared to state averages, and struggles at the alternative Houghton Lake Community Education high school, which has a low graduation rate and high dropout rate. Addressing these challenges through targeted interventions, additional resources, and a focus on equity could help drive better outcomes for all students in the Houghton Lake Community Schools district.
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