Summary:
The 49709 zip code is home to a single alternative public school, Atlanta Community Schools, serving grades PK-12 with a total enrollment of 267 students. While the school boasts a strong 95.4% four-year graduation rate, it faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 39.1% and mixed academic performance, with some grades and subjects exceeding state averages while others fall below.
Atlanta Community Schools serves a predominantly White (94.01%) student population, with a high percentage (80.15%) of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a low-income community. The school's spending per student is $14,754, higher than the state average. Academically, the school's performance is mixed, with 4th-grade students performing above the state average in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, but 6th-grade students struggling in these subjects. Science and Social Studies proficiency also tend to be below the state average, except for 8th-grade Science.
Despite the academic challenges, Atlanta Community Schools' standout feature is its exceptional four-year graduation rate, which is significantly higher than the state average. However, the high chronic absenteeism rate suggests that addressing attendance issues could be a focus for improvement. Additionally, the school's service of a predominantly low-income student population indicates the need for targeted interventions and support to address the specific academic and socioeconomic needs of the community.
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