Summary:
Paragon Charter Academy is the sole elementary school located in the Paragon Charter Academy district in Jackson, Michigan, serving 620 students in grades K-8. This standout school consistently outperforms state averages on academic assessments, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics, while also maintaining a racially diverse student population and a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students.
Paragon Charter Academy boasts impressive academic achievements, with 7th-grade students scoring 73.9% proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 37.9%. The school's Math proficiency rates also exceed state averages, ranging from 32.1% in 5th grade to 65.2% in 7th grade. Additionally, the 8th-grade Science and Social Studies proficiency rates are notably higher than the state's, at 72.7% and 50%, respectively.
While Paragon Charter Academy serves a diverse student population, with 47.1% White, 24.19% African American, 8.71% Hispanic, and 7.1% Asian students, it also has a relatively high percentage (66.77%) of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant economically disadvantaged population. However, the school's high chronic absenteeism rate of 39.6% is an area of concern that may require further attention and intervention to ensure all students have the opportunity to succeed.
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