Summary:
Garfield Heights City Schools has a single high school, Garfield Heights High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's student population is predominantly African American (80.34%), with smaller percentages of other racial groups. While the school maintains a relatively high four-year graduation rate of 88.7%, its academic performance on Ohio State Tests is significantly below the state average across all subject areas, including American Government, American History, Biology, English II, Geometry, and Algebra I.
Garfield Heights High School faces significant challenges, with a chronic absenteeism rate of 61.6% for the 2023-2024 school year. This high rate of chronic absenteeism can have a substantial impact on student learning and academic outcomes. The school's spending per student for the 2018-2019 school year was $11,008, which is in line with the state average, but it is unclear if these resources are being effectively utilized to improve academic performance.
Despite the school's low academic performance, the ability to maintain a relatively high graduation rate is noteworthy. However, the overall academic performance remains a concern that warrants further attention and improvement efforts. The school's predominantly African American student population may suggest the need for culturally responsive teaching practices and support systems to address the unique needs of this student population and help improve academic outcomes.
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