Summary:
The 49014 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Harper Creek Community Schools district, except for the alternative school which is part of the Calhoun Intermediate School District. The data reveals stark differences in school performance, with Wattles Park Elementary and Harper Creek Middle School consistently ranking among the top 3 out of 5 stars on SchoolDigger, while Beadle Lake Elementary and Post Franklin School struggle with lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism.
The data suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and school performance, with the schools serving the highest percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, such as Post Franklin School and Doris Klaussen Dev Center, also having the lowest test scores and highest chronic absenteeism rates. However, the alternative Doris Klaussen Dev Center stands out for its very low student-teacher ratio of 7.7, indicating a focus on personalized support and instruction for its unique student population.
Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and the potential for improvement across the 49014 zip code area. By identifying and replicating the practices of the higher-performing schools, such as Wattles Park Elementary and Harper Creek Middle School, the district may be able to raise achievement and provide more equitable educational opportunities for all students in the community.
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