Summary:
The Norway-Vulcan Area Schools district in Michigan consists of 3 schools: 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. The district is performing well overall, with the Norway Elementary School standing out as an exceptional institution. This elementary school consistently ranks in the top 15-20% of Michigan schools, with impressive test scores that significantly outpace state averages in ELA and Math.
In contrast, the district's middle and high schools, Vulcan Middle School and Norway High School, have more diverse student populations but show more mixed academic performance. Vulcan Middle School performs well, with strong PSAT scores, while Norway High School's test scores are more varied, with some areas exceeding state averages and others falling slightly below.
The district faces potential challenges related to racial diversity and chronic absenteeism, particularly at the middle and high school levels. While Norway Elementary maintains a low chronic absenteeism rate of 12%, the rates at the other schools are significantly higher, reaching 23.2% at Norway High School. Understanding and addressing these disparities could be an area of focus for the district to ensure equitable outcomes for all students.
Thank you for your feedback!