Summary:
The 49038 zip code area is home to 4 schools serving grades K-12, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. Overall, the schools in this area face significant challenges, with low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and a student population facing socioeconomic disadvantages.
Coloma High School stands out as the lowest-performing school, ranking 485 out of 743 Michigan high schools and earning a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school has a concerning 4-year graduation rate of just 75.9% and a high dropout rate of 10.1%. Academically, Coloma High School underperforms the state average in key subjects like science, social studies, and mathematics. Similarly, Coloma Junior High School ranks 534 out of 897 Michigan middle schools and struggles with a very high chronic absenteeism rate of 43.2% and significantly below-average test scores.
Across the schools in the 49038 zip code, there are common challenges. All the schools serve a diverse student population with a significant percentage of minority students, ranging from 31.5% to 37.57% non-White. Additionally, the schools have high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges. While the schools spend relatively high amounts per student, between $14,198 and $15,301, this has not translated into strong academic outcomes. The schools consistently underperform the state average in standardized test scores, suggesting a need for targeted interventions and support to improve student learning and achievement within the Coloma Community Schools district.
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