Summary:
The 49013 zip code area in Michigan is home to 6 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 2 alternative schools. While the schools serve a diverse student population with significant Hispanic and African American representation, the data reveals stark differences in performance and outcomes, particularly between the regular and alternative schools.
Bangor High School stands out as a relative success story, ranking 342 out of 743 Michigan high schools and boasting higher test scores, especially in science and social studies, compared to the district and state averages. The school also has a 68.6% 4-year graduation rate, which is higher than the other schools in the area. In contrast, the alternative schools, Bangor Career Academy and Maple Creek Education Center, face significant challenges, with very low graduation rates (17% and 0%, respectively) and high dropout rates (29.2% and 71.4%, respectively).
Across the schools, chronic absenteeism is a major concern, ranging from 32.1% to 81.4%, with Maple Creek Education Center having the highest rate at 81.4%. Additionally, the schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with free or reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 53.66% to 78.81%. These factors suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to address equity and achievement gaps within the Bangor Public Schools and the broader Van Buren Independent School District and Bangor Township S/D #8.
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