South Redford School District

The South Redford School District in Michigan consists of 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, serving students from diverse backgrounds. The district faces challenges in academic performance, with most schools underperforming compared to state averages, but also showcases pockets of success, such as Fisher Elementary School, which has the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math across multiple grade levels within the district.

Standout schools in the district include Fisher Elementary School, which excels in academic proficiency, and SOAR Academic Institute, which boasts the lowest chronic absenteeism rate and the highest 4-year graduation rate among the district's schools. However, the district as a whole grapples with high rates of chronic absenteeism, particularly in the elementary schools, and significant racial disparities, with the percentage of African American students ranging from 69.51% at SOAR Academic Institute to 89.61% at Vandenberg Elementary School.

The South Redford School District also faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 62.29% at Lee M Thurston High School to 83.23% at Fisher Elementary School. This suggests that the district's academic performance may be impacted by factors beyond just the schools themselves, and a comprehensive approach to addressing these challenges will be necessary to improve outcomes for all students.