St. Johns Public Schools

The St. Johns Public Schools district in Michigan serves 2,503 students across 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The district's schools span grades PK-12 and demonstrate a mix of strong performance and areas for improvement.

Among the standout schools are Riley Elementary School, which consistently ranks in the top 25% of Michigan elementary schools and boasts strong test scores and low chronic absenteeism. St Johns High School also excels, with a very high 4-year graduation rate of 95.2% and outperforming state and district averages on standardized tests. Additionally, St Johns Middle School maintains a 4-star rating and has strong test scores in science and ELA.

However, the district faces some challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates across schools, performance gaps, and potential funding disparities, as evidenced by the wide range in spending per student from $9,843 at STRIVE Academy to $13,791 at Oakview Elementary. Declining enrollment at some schools, such as STRIVE Academy, also presents a concern for the district's long-term planning and resource allocation.