Summary:
Alma Public Schools in Michigan has a single middle school, Donald L Pavlik Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school faces some academic challenges, with proficiency rates on state assessments generally lower than the state averages, particularly in Math. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate, which may be contributing to the lower academic performance.
Despite these concerns, the school does have some bright spots. In the 2022-2023 school year, the 8th-grade PSAT English Language Arts proficiency rate reached 72.7%, exceeding the state average of 59.7%. The 8th-grade PSAT Math proficiency rate also improved, reaching 38.3% compared to the state average of 36.3%. However, the school's overall Math proficiency rates across different grade levels remain significantly below the state averages.
The school serves a predominantly low-income student population, with 69.04% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This socioeconomic factor may be influencing the school's academic outcomes and should be considered when developing strategies for improvement. Addressing the underlying causes of chronic absenteeism and focusing on instructional practices and support in Math could be crucial for enhancing student performance at Donald L Pavlik Middle School and improving the overall quality of education in the Alma Public Schools district.
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