Summary:
The 48223 zip code area of Detroit is home to 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 high school, all of which are public or public charter institutions. While these schools serve a high-poverty student population, the data reveals stark performance gaps and significant challenges that need to be addressed.
Among the standout schools, Detroit Community Schools High School stands out with the highest 4-year graduation rate at 93.6% and the lowest dropout rate at 4.7%. In contrast, Detroit Leadership Academy K8 has the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math, with 28.6% and 7.14% proficiency respectively in 4th grade. However, all the schools in the area struggle with extremely low test scores, with most scoring under 20% proficient in ELA and Math, well below state and district averages.
A common thread across these schools is the alarmingly high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 58.6% to 87.4%, which are likely a major contributor to the poor academic performance. Additionally, the student populations are overwhelmingly African American, reflecting broader patterns of residential segregation in the area. While per-student spending varies widely, from $12,111 at Detroit Leadership Academy K8 to $25,270 at Detroit Community Schools High School, this spending does not directly translate to better outcomes, underscoring the need to address other factors like attendance, instructional quality, and school climate.
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