Summary:
The 49330 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is a virtual academy). These schools serve a diverse student population, with a significant Hispanic/Latino representation and a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Among the standout schools, Kent City High School stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 96.4% and stronger academic performance, with 11th-grade students scoring above the state average in SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing. Kent City Elementary School also performs well, with a high percentage of students proficient in 4th and 5th-grade math and outperforming the district and state averages in 4th-grade ELA proficiency. In contrast, the Kent City Virtual Academy lags behind, with a low 4-year graduation rate of 33.3% and a high dropout rate of 11.1%, as well as significantly lower spending per student compared to the other schools.
Across the schools, there are some concerning trends, such as high chronic absenteeism rates ranging from 23.2% to 30.2% and significant disparities in academic performance, particularly at the middle school level. The resource allocation differences, with the virtual academy receiving significantly less funding per student, also raise equity concerns. Addressing these challenges will be crucial in ensuring all students in the Kent City Community Schools district have access to a high-quality education.
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