Summary:
The city of Custer, Michigan is home to two schools - Mason County Eastern Elementary School and Mason County Eastern Junior High/High School. These schools serve students from elementary through high school grades within the Mason County Eastern Schools district.
Based on the available data, the Mason County Eastern Junior High/High School appears to be the stronger performing school overall. It has a higher statewide ranking, a better 4-year graduation rate, and higher proficiency rates on standardized tests compared to the elementary school. However, the elementary school does have some bright spots, such as higher proficiency in 5th grade Science and English Language Arts.
Both schools face challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates exceeding 34%. Additionally, there is a significant disparity in the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, with the elementary school having a much higher rate. Further investigation into the factors contributing to these differences, as well as strategies to address attendance and resource allocation, could help improve educational outcomes for all students in the Custer area.
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