Best Public Schools in Zip Code 49261


Summary:

The 49261 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, all part of the Napoleon Community Schools district. While Ezra Eby Elementary School consistently outperforms state and district averages on academic assessments, the middle and high schools in the area struggle, with Ackerson High School having particularly low test scores and a very low graduation rate.

Ezra Eby Elementary stands out as a high-performing school, with over 50% of 4th and 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and strong performance across other subjects. In contrast, Napoleon High School and Napoleon Middle School perform at or below district and state averages, while Ackerson High School has significantly lower test scores and a very low 4-year graduation rate of just 24.3%. The data suggests that the district may face socioeconomic challenges, with 40-78% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch across the schools.

Overall, the 49261 zip code area shows a stark contrast in academic performance, with Ezra Eby Elementary excelling while the middle and high schools struggle. The district may benefit from targeted interventions and support, particularly at the secondary level, to address the disparities and improve student outcomes across all schools.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

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