Summary:
The city of Dunnellon, Florida is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from diverse backgrounds with varying levels of economic disadvantage. While the schools in Dunnellon generally lag behind the Marion County district and the state of Florida in academic performance, a few standout schools emerge.
Dunnellon Middle School stands out for its exceptional performance on End-of-Course (EOC) exams, particularly in Algebra 1 and Civics, where it significantly outpaces the district and state averages. Similarly, Dunnellon Elementary School boasts strong 5th grade science and English Language Arts (ELA) proficiency rates, surpassing the district and state in these areas. However, the district as a whole faces challenges, with high chronic absenteeism rates and a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage.
While the Dunnellon High School has a lower-than-average four-year graduation rate, the schools in Dunnellon maintain relatively low student-teacher ratios, suggesting that targeted interventions and support could help address the academic performance gaps and improve student outcomes across the district.
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