Summary:
Perry Public Schools in Michigan has only one elementary school, Perry Elementary, which serves students from kindergarten through 4th grade. The school has a relatively high proportion of students from low-income families, with 58.71% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. While the school's academic performance is mixed compared to state averages, it has seen fluctuations in test scores from year to year, particularly in 3rd-grade English Language Arts and 4th-grade Math.
Perry Elementary's academic performance is a mix of strengths and challenges. In 2023-2024, 3rd-grade students scored below the state average in both English Language Arts (21.9% proficient vs. 39.6% state average) and Math (34.2% proficient vs. 43.4% state average). However, 4th-grade students outperformed the state average in both English Language Arts (51.9% proficient vs. 43.3% state average) and Math (54.4% proficient vs. 39.1% state average). The school's performance has fluctuated over the past few years, with 3rd-grade English Language Arts scores improving from 60.8% proficient in 2022-2023 to 21.9% in 2023-2024, while 4th-grade Math scores declined from 25% proficient in 2022-2023 to 54.4% in 2023-2024.
Despite the challenges, Perry Public Schools is investing in its students, with Perry Elementary spending $14,985 per student, which is higher than the state average. The school also has a relatively favorable student-teacher ratio of 15.6, suggesting a focus on providing personalized attention to students. By addressing the fluctuations in academic performance and the needs of its student population, Perry Elementary can work to improve outcomes and ensure all students have the support they need to succeed.
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