Summary:
The 48617 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in this area serve a predominantly white student population, there is a stark contrast in their performance and characteristics.
Clare High School stands out as a top-performing school, ranking 113 out of 743 Michigan high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a high 4-year graduation rate of 90.6% and a low dropout rate of 2.0%, while also outperforming the state and district averages in several test score categories. In contrast, the alternative school, ClareGladwin Area School, struggles with extremely high chronic absenteeism rates, low graduation rates, and a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
The data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic factors and student outcomes, with schools serving a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students tending to have lower test scores, graduation rates, and higher chronic absenteeism. This highlights the importance of targeted interventions and support to ensure all students in the Clare Public Schools and Clare-Gladwin Regional Education Service District have access to quality education, regardless of their socioeconomic background.
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