Jenison Public Schools

The Jenison Public Schools district in Michigan operates 11 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 virtual school. Overall, the district is a high-performing system, ranking 42nd out of 610 districts in the state and receiving a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Within the district, a few schools stand out as exceptional performers. Jenison Junior High School ranks 56th out of 897 Michigan middle schools and earns a 5-star rating, with over 50% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Math. Bauerwood School, an elementary school, ranks 92nd out of 1,486 Michigan elementary schools and also receives a 5-star rating, with over 60% proficiency in core subjects. The district's Spanish immersion program at El Puente Spanish Immersion elementary school stands out, with impressive test scores of over 70% proficiency in some grade levels.

While the district as a whole performs very well, there is some variation in the performance of its elementary schools. Schools like Bauerwood and El Puente excel, while others like Pinewood School and Sandy Hill School have lower proficiency rates in certain subjects. Additionally, the district's wide range of free and reduced lunch rates, from 15% to 46%, suggests potential socioeconomic disparities that could impact student outcomes. Overall, the Jenison Public Schools district offers a high-quality education with several standout schools, but also has areas for potential improvement, such as addressing equity gaps and chronic absenteeism.