Summary:
The 48622 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (1 regular and 1 alternative). These schools serve a predominantly white student population, with significant socioeconomic challenges as evidenced by high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients.
Among the standout schools in the area, Farwell High School stands out with a 4-star rating, a high graduation rate of 92.9%, and strong academic performance, with over 46% of 11th graders proficient or better in M-Step Science and nearly 59% proficient or better in SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing. In contrast, the Farwell Timberland Alternative High School struggles with a low graduation rate of 38.1% and a high dropout rate of 33.3%, highlighting the unique challenges faced by alternative schools in supporting student success.
Across the district, there are notable variations in academic performance, with Farwell Elementary School and Farwell Middle School lagging behind the high school in terms of standardized test scores. This suggests potential opportunities for the Farwell Area Schools district to learn from the high-performing school and implement best practices across all schools, while also addressing the socioeconomic challenges that may be contributing to the lower performance in some of the schools.
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