Cedar Ridge School District

The Cedar Ridge School District in Arkansas serves students from elementary through high school, with two schools in the district - Cedar Ridge High School and Cedar Ridge Elementary School. The data analysis reveals a significant performance gap between the two schools, with the elementary school outperforming the high school across various academic measures.

While both schools are rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, the elementary school has a higher statewide ranking, better test scores, and a lower student-teacher ratio compared to the high school. The elementary school outperforms the high school and the district average on most ATLAS and ACT Aspire test metrics, particularly in math and science. However, both schools struggle with low proficiency rates in advanced math courses, such as Algebra and Geometry, indicating a need for improvement in these critical subjects.

The data also shows that both schools serve a predominantly low-income population, with high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This socioeconomic factor may contribute to the academic challenges faced by the district and should be considered when developing strategies for improvement. Additionally, the higher spending per student and lower student-teacher ratio at the elementary school compared to the high school suggest a difference in resource allocation within the district, which could provide insights into how the district can optimize its resources to support student success across all grade levels.