Summary:
The 48740 zip code area is home to two schools - Alcona Community High School, the only high school in the area, and Alcona Elementary School, the sole elementary school. While the high school has a relatively small enrollment and diverse student population, its academic performance is mixed, with test scores generally below state averages. In contrast, the elementary school struggles significantly, ranking in the bottom 20% of Michigan elementary schools and performing well below state standards across all grade levels and subjects.
Attendance is a challenge for both schools, with high chronic absenteeism rates of over 28%. The high school, however, appears to have more resources, spending $16,361 per student and maintaining a low student-teacher ratio of 7.1, compared to the elementary school's $15,644 per-student spending and higher ratio of 14.4. Despite the high school's better resource allocation, its 4-year graduation rate of 85.4% is accompanied by a concerning 3.6% dropout rate.
Overall, the data suggests a stark contrast in the academic performance and resource allocation between the high school and elementary school within the Alcona Community Schools district. This disparity highlights the need for further investigation and targeted interventions to address the challenges faced by these schools, particularly the underperforming elementary school, and ensure equitable access to quality education for all students in the 48740 zip code area.
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