Elementary Schools in Trenton Public Schools

The Trenton Public Schools district in Michigan operates two elementary schools, Jesse L Anderson Elementary School and Richard C Hedke Elementary School, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. While both schools are part of the same district, their academic performance and other key metrics show significant disparities.

Jesse L Anderson Elementary School consistently outperforms the district and state averages on M-STEP assessments, particularly in English Language Arts and Math, and is ranked higher among Michigan elementary schools. In contrast, Richard C Hedke Elementary School generally underperforms the district and state averages, especially in Math, and is ranked lower among Michigan elementary schools. Additionally, Jesse L Anderson Elementary School has a lower chronic absenteeism rate compared to Richard C Hedke Elementary School.

The data also reveals differences in student demographics, with Jesse L Anderson Elementary School having a higher percentage of White students, while Richard C Hedke Elementary School has a more diverse student population. Interestingly, despite Richard C Hedke Elementary School having a significantly higher spending per student, it does not translate into better academic outcomes compared to Jesse L Anderson Elementary School. These findings highlight the need for the Trenton Public Schools district to investigate the underlying factors contributing to the performance disparities and implement strategies to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students.