Reed City Area Public Schools

The Reed City Area Public Schools district in Michigan operates three schools: GT Norman Elementary School, Reed City Middle School, and Reed City High School. While the district faces challenges in academic performance and chronic absenteeism, Reed City High School stands out as the highest-performing school, earning a 4-star rating and exceeding state averages in science and social studies.

Reed City High School boasts a strong 86.1% 4-year graduation rate and a low 5.9% dropout rate, indicating a focus on student success. In contrast, GT Norman Elementary School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking, with proficiency rates in English language arts and mathematics significantly below state averages. Reed City Middle School, however, has shown improvement, with performance on state assessments generally on par with or slightly above the district and state averages.

Across the district, student demographics are predominantly white, with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 51.03% at Reed City High School to 68.93% at GT Norman Elementary School. Chronic absenteeism rates are also a concern, ranging from 27.4% at GT Norman Elementary School to 31.5% at Reed City High School. The district's spending per student ranges from $12,894 to $13,733, with the highest spending at the elementary school level.