Summary:
The schools in the 49026 zip code, which serve the Bloomingdale area, are struggling to meet academic standards. There are two schools in this area: Bloomingdale Middle and High School and Bloomingdale Elementary School, both of which are part of the Bloomingdale Public School District. These schools consistently underperform compared to state averages on key metrics, including academic proficiency, graduation rates, and attendance.
Both Bloomingdale Middle and High School and Bloomingdale Elementary School have low proficiency rates on state assessments, often well below the state averages. For example, only 8.5% of 6th graders at the middle and high school were proficient in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 37.5%. The schools also have high dropout rates and chronic absenteeism, with Bloomingdale Middle and High School's dropout rate more than double the state average. These challenges may be exacerbated by the high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations.
Despite the relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratios, the schools have struggled to improve their performance over the years. The data suggests that the resources may not be effectively allocated or utilized to address the root causes of the schools' underperformance. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive, data-driven approach to identify and address the specific challenges faced by these schools and the communities they serve.
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