Summary:
The 49916 zip code is home to a single public alternative school, Chassell K12 School, which serves grades PK-12 with a total enrollment of 197 students. The school has a predominantly White student population (92.89%), with small percentages of Hispanic, Native American, and multiracial students.
While Chassell K12 School's low student-teacher ratio of 12.1 suggests a more personalized learning environment, the school faces some challenges. Its four-year graduation rate of 77.7% is lower than the state average, and its dropout rate of 5.5% is higher. Additionally, the school has a significantly higher chronic absenteeism rate of 22.0% compared to the state average. Academically, Chassell K12 School's performance, as measured by standardized test scores, is generally below the state averages across various grade levels and subject areas. For instance, the school's 3rd-grade English Language Arts proficiency rate is 17.65%, compared to the state average of 39.6%.
Despite the school's higher spending per student of $14,507, which is above the state average, the data suggests that Chassell K12 School may face unique challenges in serving its student population, which includes a relatively high proportion (38.58%) of economically disadvantaged students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Further analysis of the school's historical performance and comparison to similar alternative schools in the state could provide more insights into the factors influencing its outcomes and the support needed to improve student success.
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