Summary:
The 48444 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one traditional and one alternative). This diverse set of schools serves a student population that is predominantly white with significant Hispanic representation. While the schools face challenges such as high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility and chronic absenteeism, a few standout institutions emerge from the data.
Imlay City Middle School is the highest-performing school in the group, with strong test scores, a high statewide ranking, and a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, the alternative Venture High School faces unique challenges, with a lower graduation rate and higher dropout rate compared to the traditional Imlay City High School. The elementary schools, Borland Elementary and Weston Elementary, also show promising performance, with test scores generally exceeding district and state averages.
Across the schools, socioeconomic factors appear to play a significant role, with high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility. Differences in spending per student and student-teacher ratios suggest potential resource allocation and staffing challenges that may be contributing to the varying performance levels. Further investigation into the factors driving these disparities, as well as strategies to support economically disadvantaged students, could be valuable areas of focus for the Imlay City Community Schools district.
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