Summary:
The 48239 zip code area in Michigan is home to 11 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools, spread across two different school districts - South Redford School District and Westfield Charter Academy. While the schools in this area face significant challenges, a few standout institutions, such as Fisher Elementary School and Jane Addams Elementary School, are performing relatively well compared to their peers.
The schools in this zip code serve predominantly African American student populations, with high rates of economic disadvantage, as indicated by the 62-98% free/reduced lunch rates. Chronic absenteeism is a major issue, with rates ranging from 40-81% across the schools. Overall, test scores are quite low, with the highest proficiency rates in the 30-40% range for English Language Arts and 10-30% range for Math. However, the schools with higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratios tend to perform better academically, suggesting that adequate funding and resources may be an important factor in supporting student success.
The data also reveals significant differences in performance between the traditional public schools and the public charter schools in the area. While the sample size is small, the charter schools, such as Westfield Preparatory High School and Westfield Charter Academy, appear to be performing worse than the traditional public schools on most metrics. This highlights the need for further analysis to understand the factors contributing to these differences and the potential implications for the educational landscape in this community.
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