Whitehall District Schools

The Whitehall District Schools in Michigan serve students from 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The district's performance is mixed, with Whitehall Middle School standing out as the highest-performing school, ranking in the top 30% of Michigan middle schools and earning a 4-star rating. In contrast, the White Lake Area Community Education alternative school has very low graduation rates and high dropout rates, as well as the highest percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

Across the district, test scores generally fall below state averages, with the exception of 8th grade PSAT performance at Whitehall Middle School. There appears to be a correlation between higher free/reduced lunch rates and lower academic performance, as seen at Shoreline Elementary School and the alternative school. The district's overall underperformance compared to state averages suggests room for improvement, though Whitehall Ealy Elementary School also stands out with impressive English Language Arts and math proficiency rates, especially in the lower grades.

The significant difference in spending per student at the alternative school compared to the other schools is noteworthy and warrants further investigation. Overall, the data provides a detailed look at the schools in the Whitehall District, highlighting both areas of strength, such as Whitehall Middle School, and areas that may need more attention and support, such as the alternative school's low graduation and high dropout rates.