Plainwell Community Schools

The Plainwell Community Schools district in Michigan consists of 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools (one traditional and one virtual), and no alternative schools. The district serves a predominantly white student population, with limited racial and ethnic diversity.

Within the district, a few schools stand out. Gilkey Elementary School consistently performs well, with high test scores that outpace the district and state averages. Plainwell High School is also a top performer, ranking in the top 22% of Michigan high schools and maintaining a 4-star rating. In contrast, Renaissance High School, the district's virtual high school, struggles with low graduation rates and high dropout rates.

The data reveals performance disparities within the district, with some schools, such as Cooper Elementary and Starr Elementary, lagging behind the district and state averages in various subject areas. Additionally, chronic absenteeism rates are relatively high across the district, ranging from 16.8% to 24.7%, which could be an area of concern for the Plainwell Community Schools district to address.