Summary:
The city of Guy, Arkansas is home to two schools - Guy-Perkins Elementary School and Guy-Perkins High School, both part of the Guy-Perkins School District. These schools serve a predominantly low-income student population, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
While both schools face academic challenges, with performance below state averages in certain subjects, Guy-Perkins High School has seen a remarkable improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 151st out of 282 Arkansas high schools in 2021-2022 to 71st out of 295 in 2022-2023, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. This suggests the high school has implemented effective strategies to support student learning. Additionally, the high school's low student-teacher ratio of 5.6 students per teacher indicates a high level of individual attention for students.
In contrast, Guy-Perkins Elementary School's academic performance is more mixed, outperforming the state average in English Language Arts and Reading but underperforming in Mathematics and Science. The elementary school spends $10,956 per student, while the high school spends $13,098 per student, potentially reflecting the increased costs associated with providing a more comprehensive high school curriculum and resources. Overall, the data provides a nuanced picture of the educational landscape in Guy, Arkansas, highlighting both the challenges and the progress being made in supporting the academic success of the community's students.
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