Summary:
The city of Crossett, Arkansas is home to three public schools that serve students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, all part of the Crossett School District. While the schools have relatively low performance compared to state averages, the data provides insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the district.
None of the Crossett schools stand out as clear high-performers, with Crossett Elementary School and Crossett Middle School ranking in the bottom quartile of their respective school types in Arkansas. Crossett High School fares slightly better, but still underperforms compared to the state as a whole. Across all grade levels and subject areas, the Crossett schools have significantly lower proficiency rates than the Arkansas state averages.
The Crossett schools serve a population with significant economic disadvantages, as evidenced by the high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 55.6% at Crossett High School to 67.94% at Crossett Elementary. Despite higher-than-average per-student spending and relatively low student-teacher ratios, the schools have not been able to translate these resources into improved student outcomes, suggesting that factors beyond just funding and staffing may be contributing to the persistent challenges facing the district.
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