Summary:
The 49307 zip code area of Big Rapids, Michigan is home to 8 schools serving students from elementary through high school. The schools are part of the Big Rapids Public Schools district, except for two charter schools that are part of the Crossroads Charter Academy district. This diverse set of schools showcases a wide range of academic performance, with Riverview Elementary standing out as a top-performing school in the state, while other schools like Brookside Elementary and the two Crossroads Charter Academy elementary schools lag behind.
Graduation rates vary significantly, with Big Rapids High School achieving an 88.8% 4-year graduation rate, well above the state average, while the alternative MecostaOsceola Education Center has a 0% graduation rate. Chronic absenteeism is also a major issue across many of the schools, with rates ranging from 21% to over 43%, likely contributing to lower academic performance. The charter schools tend to serve a higher percentage of minority and economically disadvantaged students compared to the traditional public schools in the district.
Overall, this data set highlights the diversity in school performance and student demographics within a single zip code area. The standout success of Riverview Elementary and the challenges faced by some of the other schools provide valuable insights for district and school leaders in the Big Rapids Public Schools and Crossroads Charter Academy districts.
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