White Pigeon Community Schools

The White Pigeon Community Schools district in Michigan operates two schools: White Pigeon JrSr High School and Central Elementary School. Both schools are performing below state averages on key metrics like test scores and graduation/dropout rates, with no clear standout schools in the district.

The high school is ranked in the bottom 15% of Michigan high schools, with only 12.5% of 11th graders scoring proficient or better in SAT Math, compared to the state average of 26.3%. The elementary school fares slightly better, with 36.4% of 3rd graders scoring proficient or better in ELA, but still below the state average of 39.6%. Both schools have high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, indicating a relatively low-income student population, and per-student spending is relatively low at around $12,500 per student.

Concerning issues include the high school's 15.8% dropout rate, 30.1% chronic absenteeism rate, and declining state-wide rankings over the past few years. The district's struggles to provide a high-quality education to its students suggest systemic challenges that need to be addressed, whether related to resources, instructional practices, or school climate. Fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment, particularly at the elementary school level, may also be an area for the district to focus on.