Summary:
The Gladstone Area Schools district in Michigan is home to two elementary schools, Cameron Elementary School and James T Jones Elementary School, which serve students from kindergarten through 5th grade. Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with over 88% of students identifying as white, and a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch rates around 45-50%.
Cameron Elementary School serves grades K-2 and has a higher chronic absenteeism rate of 14.5% compared to the 10.3% rate at James T Jones Elementary School, which serves grades 3-5. While the per-student spending and student-teacher ratios are similar between the two schools, James T Jones Elementary School has consistently underperformed on M-STEP test scores, with proficiency rates below state and Gladstone Area Schools district averages in most subject areas and grade levels.
The data analysis suggests that the Gladstone Area Schools district may need to focus on addressing the academic performance challenges at James T Jones Elementary School, as well as the high rates of chronic absenteeism and economic disadvantage among students across both schools. Improving educational outcomes and supporting the diverse needs of all students should be a priority for the district.
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