Summary:
The Onaway Area Community School District in Michigan has only one elementary school, Onaway Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. The school's academic performance is mixed, with some grade levels performing above state averages in math but below in English language arts and other subjects. Onaway Elementary also faces challenges with high chronic absenteeism and a large percentage of students from low-income families.
Onaway Elementary School has 257 students, with a racial makeup that is predominantly White (91.83%). The school's performance on the M-Step assessments varies, with 3rd grade math proficiency above the state average but 4th and 5th grade proficiency in multiple subjects below state levels. The school's 5th grade students performed significantly below the state average in math, science, and social studies. This academic performance concern is compounded by the school's high chronic absenteeism rate of 51.4%.
Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending of $15,592 and a student-teacher ratio of 15:1, the data suggests that these resources are not translating into improved student outcomes. The school's large population of low-income students, with 61.87% receiving free or reduced-price lunch, may be a contributing factor to the academic and attendance challenges. To address these issues, Onaway Elementary School may need to closely examine its instructional practices, curriculum, and support systems, as well as implement strategies to improve attendance and address the socioeconomic needs of its student population.
Thank you for your feedback!