Summary:
The Norfork School District in Arkansas consists of two schools: Norfork Elementary School and Norfork High School. Based on the available data, Norfork Elementary School stands out as the stronger performer, consistently outpacing the district and state averages on standardized tests, particularly in English Language Arts and Reading.
Norfork Elementary School has maintained a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past three school years and has improved its statewide ranking among Arkansas elementary schools, moving from 205th in 2021-2022 to 54th in 2023-2024. In contrast, Norfork High School's performance has declined over the past three years, dropping from a 2-star rating in 2021-2022 to a 3-star rating in 2023-2024, with lower test scores and a lower statewide ranking compared to the elementary school.
While the reasons for the performance differences between the two schools are not entirely clear, factors such as the higher free/reduced lunch rate at the elementary school and the difference in student-teacher ratios between the schools may play a role. Further investigation into these factors could provide valuable insights to help the district address the performance gap and improve educational outcomes for all students.
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