Summary:
The 48329 zip code area in Waterford, Michigan is home to 8 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Waterford School District. While the district as a whole underperforms compared to the state, a few standout schools like Cooley Elementary School and Schoolcraft Elementary School are excelling, with strong test scores and high rankings. In contrast, other schools like Mason Middle School and Waterford Montessori Academy are struggling, with test scores well below the state average.
The data reveals a clear correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with schools serving higher-poverty populations tending to have lower test scores and graduation rates. For example, Mason Middle School has a 67.7% free/reduced lunch rate and lower proficiency in core subjects, while Waterford Montessori Academy has a 32.46% free/reduced lunch rate and stronger academic outcomes. The district's lone high school, Waterford Kettering High School, stands out with a high 91.9% graduation rate but lower-than-average test scores.
The data also highlights significant challenges at the Kingsley Montgomery School, the district's alternative school, which has a 0% graduation rate and high chronic absenteeism. Overall, the Waterford School District appears to be underperforming compared to the state, suggesting the need for a closer examination of its practices and policies to improve educational outcomes for all students in the 48329 zip code area.
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