Summary:
The 49845 zip code is home to two schools: Bark River-Harris Elementary School and Bark River-Harris Jr-Sr High School, both part of the Bark River-Harris School District. While the elementary school is a standout performer, the high school lags behind in academic achievement.
Bark River-Harris Elementary School consistently ranks in the top 25% of Michigan elementary schools, earning 4 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. The school boasts strong student academic performance, with proficiency rates exceeding state averages in core subjects. In contrast, Bark River-Harris Jr-Sr High School has lower proficiency rates, generally below state averages, despite a high 4-year graduation rate of 96%.
The data suggests that while the elementary school is providing a quality education, the high school may be struggling to maintain the same level of academic success. Factors such as higher per-student spending, lower chronic absenteeism, and a more homogeneous student population at the elementary level could be contributing to its stronger performance. Investigating the transition process from elementary to high school and how resources are allocated between the two schools could help identify areas for improvement at the high school level.
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