Summary:
The 49006 zip code area of Kalamazoo, Michigan is home to 7 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, all part of the Kalamazoo Public Schools district. While the district as a whole is ranked 421 out of 610 in Michigan and has a 2-star rating, a few standout schools in the area demonstrate strong academic performance, including KingWestwood Elementary School and Indian Prairie Elementary School.
KingWestwood Elementary stands out with exceptional test scores, with 45.8% of 3rd graders, 59.6% of 4th graders, and 59.1% of 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts. In math, 49% of 3rd graders, 48.9% of 4th graders, and 33.8% of 5th graders are proficient or better. The school also has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 34.8%. Similarly, the small Indian Prairie Elementary School boasts 50% of 3rd graders proficient or better in ELA and 52.5% in math, with a lower chronic absenteeism rate than the district average.
In contrast, other schools in the 49006 zip code area, such as Hillside Middle School and Arcadia Elementary School, struggle with significantly lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates, suggesting a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance. The data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the disparities in educational outcomes across the schools in this area.
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