Summary:
The 48221 zip code area of Detroit, Michigan is home to 9 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school, serving students from prekindergarten through 12th grade. The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance and student outcomes across these schools, with a few standout institutions alongside those struggling to meet the needs of their economically disadvantaged student populations.
Among the top-performing schools in the area is Bates Academy, an elementary/middle school that ranks in the top 20% of Michigan elementary schools and boasts strong academic achievement, with over 50% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Math. In contrast, Mumford High School faces significant challenges, with a low 64.5% four-year graduation rate and a high 28.4% dropout rate, as well as alarmingly high chronic absenteeism at 84.7%. The data also highlights the success of the School at Marygrove, an alternative high school that boasts a 93.8% four-year graduation rate and a low 5.1% dropout rate, underscoring the importance of providing diverse educational options to meet the needs of all students.
Across the 48221 zip code, the data reveals high levels of economic disadvantage, with most schools reporting free or reduced-price lunch rates above 90%. This socioeconomic challenge likely contributes to the wide disparities in academic performance observed, suggesting the need for a multifaceted approach to address the complex educational landscape in this area. The Detroit Public Schools Community District and the MacDowell Preparatory Academy district must work to provide equitable resources and support to ensure all students in the 48221 zip code have the opportunity to succeed.
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