Best Public Schools in Zip Code 48661

The 48661 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 0 alternative schools. The schools in this area serve a predominantly white student population, with a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students. While the schools generally perform below state averages, Surline Elementary School and Surline Middle School stand out as the stronger performers, with higher proficiency rates in certain subject areas and consistent 3-star ratings from SchoolDigger.

The Surline Elementary School has relatively high proficiency rates in 3rd and 4th grade ELA and Math, a lower chronic absenteeism rate, and a consistent 3-star rating. In contrast, the Alternative Educational Academy of Ogemaw County faces significant challenges, with a very low 4-year graduation rate of 12.2% and a high dropout rate of 29.8%. This highlights the difficulties alternative schools often encounter in serving a more vulnerable student population.

The schools in the 48661 zip code area serve a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, which may contribute to the lower academic performance observed in some of the schools. However, Surline Middle School stands out with strong performance in 5th grade Science and 8th grade PSAT ELA, suggesting that some schools in the area are able to overcome these socioeconomic challenges and provide a quality education to their students.