Summary:
The city of Clayton, Delaware is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area display a range of academic performance, with Providence Creek Academy Charter School and Clayton Elementary School standing out as top performers, while First State Military Academy lags behind in some key metrics.
Providence Creek Academy Charter School, the largest school in the area with 730 students, has consistently ranked in the top half of Delaware elementary schools and boasts strong test scores, particularly in reading and English language arts. In contrast, First State Military Academy, the high school in the area, has a lower graduation rate and higher dropout rate compared to the state average, despite spending the most per student. Attendance issues, with chronic absenteeism rates as high as 31.2% at First State Military Academy, may be contributing to the school's lower academic performance.
The data suggests that factors beyond just test scores, such as diversity, attendance, and the charter school model, play a significant role in shaping school performance in the Clayton area. While Clayton Elementary School and Providence Creek Academy Charter School have demonstrated strong academic results, the challenges faced by First State Military Academy highlight the need for a more holistic approach to evaluating and improving school performance in the region.
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